White-collar crime encompasses a plethora of offenses that generally involve deceit in order to gain large amounts of money. These crimes are non-violent, utilize a complex scheme, and affect more than one victim.
Since these crimes are associated with federal criminal penalties, those who have been accused of white-collar crimes must retain legal representation from a reliable and experienced Plano white-collar crimes lawyer. At the Edgett Law Firm, we can help. Our team knows how to help you fight the charges and protect your future.
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Types Of White-collar Crimes
White-collar crimes involve intentional tactics to deceive another party for the sake of unlawful or unfair gain. Many people accused of white-collar crimes are honorable professionals with no previous criminal history and are facing the criminal justice system for the first time. In general, the reason these individuals are convicted is simply because they were in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Common types of white-collar crimes include:
- Bank fraud
- Broker fraud charges
- Counterfeiting
- Business fraud
- Embezzlement
- Forgery
- Insider trading
- Internet fraud
- Medical insurance fraud
- Mortgage fraud
- Securities fraud
- Tax evasion
- Tax fraud
Retain Legal Services From An Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney
With more than a decade of experience, our criminal defense firm can ensure that your rights are protected with aggressive and personalized representation. We can conduct our own thorough investigation into your case and aggressively fight for you in court. Our goal is to do whatever it takes to maintain your innocence, professionalism, and reputation so you can overcome this obstacle in life.
For more information, call 972-424-0760 and schedule an appointment with our Plano white-collar crime lawyer.
Common questions
Either in the Collin County district courts in McKinney, or federally in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, depending on the conduct alleged and on prosecutorial discretion. Interstate wires, federally insured institutions, federal programme funds or tax matters push a case toward federal court, where sentencing works differently and there is no parole.