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As recently reported by CNN, twenty-six leaders of the American Outlaws Association, a motorcycle gang, have been arrested and one has been killed in a shootout during a nationwide roundup. A federal grand jury in Virginia indicted the members on multiple criminal charges. The 12-count indictment includes attempted murder, kidnapping, conspiracy, robbery, extortion, assault, witness intimidation, drug dealing, illegal gambling, and weapons violations.

More than 50 Outlaws were targeted in the raids which spanned seven states. Arrests were made in Wisconsin, Maine, Montana, North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Virginia.

According to the Justice Department, the Outlaws have in excess of 1,700 members who belong to 176 chapters in the U.S. and 12 foreign countries. They are engaged in the production, transportation, and distribution of illegal drugs (i.e., marijuana, methamphetamines, and cocaine) as well as violent activity. The Outlaws members have been reported to attack rival gangs in order to gain territory.

Consequences for gang-related activities will be severe and unforgiving. If you or a loved one faces criminal charges, contact one of our Southern California Criminal Defense Attorneys for a free evaluation. With over 30 years of experience, the attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have successfully defended thousands of clients from criminal charges. Call us at (888) 280-6839 or contact us on our website at www.wklaw.com. We will be there when you call.

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