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Criminal Investigations in Leesburg, VA

The following is what you need to know about criminal investigations in Leesburg, Virginia. If believe you are under investigation it is important you consult with a Leesburg criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible, even if you have not yet been arrested. To learn more about what an investigation may mean for you, call and schedule a free consultation today.

Agencies Involved in Leesburg Criminal Investigations

The most common local agencies involved in investigating crimes in Leesburg are the Leesburg Police Department. Their headquarters is located on Plaza Street in the Town of Leesburg.

Other entities that may be involved in the investigation and prosecution of Leesburg criminal offenses include Loudoun County Sherriff’s Office, Virginia State Police and other local agencies such as the Virginia ABC Board and the Attorney General’s Office.

The federal agencies also become involved in the investigation and involvement of local matters of Leesburg, Virginia. This may include the Federal Bureau of Investigation or the FBI, Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms – ATF and the Drug Enforcement Agency – DEA, as well as less common entities such as the United States Postal Inspectors.

Crimes That Involve Pre-Arrest Investigations

There are a variety of crimes that tend to be investigated before the arrest. The most common are financial crimes such as embezzlement, or sophisticated drug offenses such as drug distribution or possession with intent to distribute drugs. Both of these matters are often subject to extended evidence gathering in which the law enforcement personnel does not want to tip off the subject of investigation that they are under investigation. Therefore, there is typically more investigation done prior to the arrest being made versus cases where the arrest is usually made as a result of the incident such as DUI, assault, drug possession, robbery, or other things of that nature.

Post-Arrest Investigations

Even if you are arrested the authorities will continue to investigate and try to secure a conviction. If you are arrested and have been charged with a criminal offense in Leesburg, Virginia, The arresting officials may try to speak with you about the facts and circumstances of your case. If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Leesburg, it is never a good idea to speak with law enforcement until you have spoken with an experienced criminal defense attorney.

Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Being Charged or Investigated

The biggest mistakes that can be made if you are charged with a crime in Leesburg or being investigated for a crime is simply to do nothing and hope it goes away because it absolutely won’t. The most prudent course of action is to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney right away. Another common mistake that people make is trying to work on the matter on your own between yourself and the law enforcement officer. The law enforcement officer is not there to look out for your best interests. They are out there to protect the public and enforce the law.

Avoid making this mistake and contact an experienced Leesburg criminal defense attorney as soon as possible if you have been charged or even if feel you may be charged in the future.

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