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Tell the Truth Early—or Pay for It Later

After prison, the agent who arrested me invited me to speak. He told the crowd, “Had Justin told us the truth in that first interview, we wouldn’t have recommended indictment.” That moment stuck. I wasn’t honest because I wanted my lawyer—and the agents—to see the “good” version of me. But hiding the truth backfired. Most defendants walk into proffer sessions and probation interviews totally unprepared. I did too. And it cost me. If you're not ready to be honest—with your lawyer and the government—you’re risking your freedom.

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