The term “white collar crime” can refer to many different criminal offenses in the United States. They were given this name because the people who typically commit them are professionals who work traditional white collar jobs.
Although each crime is different, there are some similarities. First, defendants are usually motivated to commit one of these crimes by financial gain. In addition, people who commit these crimes typically mislead or use deception to take advantage of victims.
Even though no one is physically injured as a result of white collar crime, victims do experience significant financial losses. As a result, these crimes are aggressively prosecuted by authorities that want to seek justice on behalf of victims.
If you have received a white collar crime charge, you need to seek legal representation from our knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys at Kibbey | Wagner promptly. Send us an email or give us a call so we can go over your legal options.
We Unravel The Most Common White Collar Crime Charges
There are many different criminal charges that are considered white collar crimes. A few of the most common white collar crimes include various types of fraud, such as mortgage fraud, wire fraud, bank fraud, insurance fraud, credit card fraud and mail fraud. Embezzlement, tax evasion and money laundering are also common white collar crimes.
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When To Contact A White Collar Crime Lawyer
Anyone who has been arrested for committing a white collar crime should contact a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible so he or she can begin to protect their rights. However, there are times where it’s appropriate to contact an attorney before you are even arrested.
If you are involved in an investigation for committing a white collar crime, reach out to an attorney immediately instead of waiting to see if charges are filed.
Will A Lawyer Defend You Against White Collar Crime Charges In Federal Or State Court?
White collar crimes can be prosecuted at the state or federal level. Cases that cross over state lines, involve a significant amount of money or number of victims, involve a federal agency, or violate federal law will be tried in federal court.
Sometimes, state-level investigators will realize that they do not have the resources to investigate a white collar crime. If this occurs, the state officials can ask federal officials to take over the investigation since they have more resources available to handle these complex cases.
Federal investigations may be conducted by various government agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
It’s in your best interest to work alongside a criminal defense attorney who has experience defending clients against both state and federal charges. In general, it is more challenging to go up against a federal prosecutor as opposed to a state prosecutor, so you will need the right attorney at law by your side.
Get A Free Consultation With Our Trusted Firm
Are you in a situation where you have been charged with a crime – specifically white collar crime? The sooner you get in touch with our attorneys at Kibbey | Wagner to discuss your case, the better will be the outcome. Our attorneys have been representing individuals who have received an accusation of committing crimes for many years. We have many other practice areas outside of white collar crimes, including DUI cases, drug crimes, sex offenses and domestic violence.
Call 772-444-7000 or fill out our online form to speak with an attorney in our office so you can schedule your free consultation.