Unfortunately I'm not an AOPA member though of course right now I'm
wishing I was.

I've purposely kept the description of my situation vague for the
reasons several of you have mentioned. I appreciate all the response
and help.

I was most interested in real-world experiences ("this happened to me
once...") so I could get a flavor of what to expect with the FAA.

So far I believe they're open to plea bargaining though I'm still
trying to decide what my position needs to be when I go in to the
"informal" interview with their attorney.

I'm contacting an attorney though my purpose in bringing up this
subject with all of you was to get a broader perspective.

Thanks again for the advice and concern.

Frank