You Can Be Indicted Without Knowing It (Here’s How)
Автор: Ask a Lawyer - Blaine Clooten
Загружено: 2026-01-28
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Yes, sealed indictments are real
They’re typically used to prevent flight, evidence destruction, or tipping off co-conspirators.
No, they’re not secret forever
They’re sealed temporarily and must eventually be unsealed once the defendant is arrested or the risk passes.
Targets often don’t know
Someone can be indicted without being notified until law enforcement is ready to act.
They’re common in federal cases
Especially in conspiracy, financial crimes, drugs, RICO, and white-collar investigations.
Media misuse the term
“Secret indictment” sounds ominous, but it’s usually a procedural tool—not a shadowy abuse of power.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER Blaine Clooten is licensed to practice law in Oregon. He practices Estate Planning, Family Law and Personal Injury. The foregoing statements do not create an attorney/client relationship. These responses should be considered general legal education and are intended to provide general information about the question asked. Frequently, the question does not include important facts that, if known, could significantly change the answer. Information provided on this site should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed attorney that practices in the subject area in your state. The law changes frequently and varies from state to state. https://oregonlegalfirm.com
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