Alex Murdaugh Reaches Plea Deal With The Federal Government

The agreement consist of several conditions for Murdaugh, including cooperating fully, submitting to a polygraph test, and forfeiting assets related to at least $9 million in thefts.

Alex Murdaugh has signed a plea deal with the federal government on charges stemming from his time as a lawyer.

On Thursday, Murdaugh is expected to plead guilty to 22 federal charges in which he allegedly stole millions of dollars from his clients.

As part of the deal, the government agreed to recommend concurrent sentences. They also agreed to refrain from using self-incriminating information provided by Murdaugh against him for the purpose of sentence recommendations.

The agreement consist of several conditions for Murdaugh, including cooperating fully, submitting to a polygraph test, and forfeiting assets related to at least $9 million in thefts.

Murdaugh must also pay $2,200 in special assessments for the combined 22 charges, plus full restitution and fines. He cannot challenge the conviction or sentence.

A judge still has to approve the deal, but the hearing is scheduled for 10a.m. in Charleston before U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel.