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Virginia Senator L. Louise Lucas Indicted in Marijuana and Corruption Case

Federal prosecutors have charged Lucas and six other defendants, including relatives, in a case involving alleged marijuana trafficking, money laundering and corruption, with Lucas taken into custody Thursday.

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Federal indictment against Lucas unsealed on Thursday

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DOJ alleges marijuana trafficking conspiracy involving Lucas

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Prosecutors also allege money laundering and bribery

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Lucas taken into custody as charges become public

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