 Charges in Minnesota against five people accused of a plot to bribe a federal juror. U.S. Attorney for Minnesota Andrew Lugar. Corruption of a jury through intimidation or bribery is a serious federal crime that carries a significant prison sentence. A shopping bag with 120 grand in cash showing up on the doorstep of one of the jurors with a note telling her to vote not guilty. Instead, she reported it to authorities. You're listening to ABC News.