A DAT is an order to appear in criminal court on a specific date for an arraignment. It means you were arrested but released without having to wait in jail for a judge. Do not ignore it—a warrant will be issued for your arrest.

Choose an attorney with federal court experience who understands conspiracy investigations, evidence challenges, plea negotiations, and sentencing. Ask about cases involving allegations similar to yours and how the lawyer evaluates claims of knowing participation. Matthew Cohan and his team are experienced in these areas, including fraud, drug, money laundering, and RICO conspiracy allegations.

A lawyer examines the government’s calculations against financial records, repayments, collateral values, and recovered funds. The review also considers which losses relate to the alleged conduct and which credits apply under sentencing rules. Financial experts help assess complex records when needed. Challenging an overstated loss figure helps your attorney argue for an accurate sentencing calculation.