Federal securities fraud investigations usually begin quietly, months before anyone hears the word “charges.” In many cases, the first sign is indirect: a business partner mentions being asked questions, an employer starts pulling records, a compliance department begins reviewing trading …
What to Expect at your Federal Arraignment in Texas
During the Federal Arraignment, the defendant is advised of the charges against him. The Magistrate will ask if the defendant wants the charges to be read allowed. As the defendant already has a copy of the charges, we waive a formal reading of the charges. The Magistrate asks what plea the defendant wishes to enter, and we always enter a plea of Not Guilty. Sometimes, the Initial Appearance, Bond Hearing, and Arraignment all occur in the same setting.