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In 2016, Autonomic Software entered into a project with Rutherford County Schools to deploy energy-saving software. The project was funded through the TVA EnergyRight program, designed to provide rebates for green initiatives. Despite a successful installation on 19,608 computers, a new federal prosecutor later recharacterized this standard business contract as a criminal conspiracy.
The government used “Broad-Brush” statutes to turn a contract dispute into a felony:
Alleging that father and son worked together to "defraud" the TVA.
Claims that using email and mail to send invoices constituted federal crimes because the government disagreed with the "eligibility" of the rebate.
Discover how the government maintains a 97% conviction rate by threatening defendants with decades in prison to force a plea deal. Learn how the system allows prosecutors to withhold 110+ support logs and technical validations to secure an indictment based on a one-sided narrative. See how the DOJ waited until Day 57 of a 60-day extension to strike, a tactical delay used to maximize trauma and minimize the defense’s ability to respond.
The "Theatrical" Arrest
The DOJ often uses "theatrical arrests" (handcuffs, shackles, and a heavy tactical presence) to break a defendant's will before they ever reach a courtroom. For a 75-year-old with no criminal record, the use of six marshals was a calculated display of force intended to intimidate.
The "Ham Sandwich" Grand Jury
A federal grand jury only hears what the prosecutor wants them to hear. In Anthony’s case, the 110+ support logs and technical validations were withheld, leaving the jury with a curated, one-sided fiction. This flexibility allows the government to turn any standard business negotiation into a "conspiracy."
The Rules of 1927
The Gigliotti family legacy was built on the strict "Sponsor Rules" of Ellis Island: work hard, pay your own way, and follow the law. This theme explores the betrayal of the American Dream: how a family that spent 62 years following the rules was targeted by a system that moves the goalposts for political gain.
The Process as the Punishment
The federal system is often more concerned with the "procedure" of securing a win than the actual "justice" of the facts. By waiting until Day 57 of a 60-day extension to order arrests, the DOJ used procedural delays to ensure the defense was at a disadvantage.
The "Trial Penalty"
Fighting the federal government is a war of financial attrition. The "Trial Penalty" forces innocent people to plead guilty because the cost of a trial, both in legal fees and potential decades in prison, is too high to risk.
Anthony F. Gigliotti is not an attorney. The information on this website and in the book 'INDICTED' is based on personal experience, official court transcripts (Case 3:21-00191), and public records. It is intended for educational and advocacy purposes regarding criminal justice reform. Please consult a legal professional for specific legal advice.
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