White-collar crimes can have a hugely negative impact on a person’s professional life. As a result, even if the charges seem minor and you are being offered what seems to be a reasonable plea deal, it always makes sense to talk to a white-collar attorney before proceeding. These charges can involve complex technological and business-oriented details and you need an attorney who understands the nuances of these particular laws. You need Chambers Law Firm.
The 6 most commonly charged types of white-collar crime
Here are the six most commonly charged types of white-collar crime:
- Bribery. It may be that a person feels they need to “grease the wheels” to get the contracts they want or to get projects approved, it is actually a crime. Bribery involves offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting any item of value in exchange for influence on a public employee or public official.
- Embezzlement. When a person is entrusted to money via their job or volunteer position and then takes that money with the intent to use it to benefit themselves, they have committed embezzlement.
- Extortion. More commonly referred to as blackmail, extortion involves using force or threats to compel a public official to act the way you want them to, or for an individual to give you money or valuables.
- Forgery. If you copy a persons’ signature, or otherwise use their financial or property documents in a way in which you are trying to pass them off as yours, then you may face charges of forgery.
- Fraud. There are many types of fraud, including insurance fraud, internet fraud, wire fraud, billing fraud, medical fraud – the list goes on and they are all white-collar crimes.
- Internet crimes. Many white-collar crimes occur on the internet. Examples include things like illegally access computers or networks, internet fraud, trade secret theft, phasing, online piracy, etc.
Being convicted of any of the above crimes can result in a number of consequences. You could face time in prison for any one of these crimes. You could end up paying huge fines. Even if you are not convicted, simply being charged could put a black mark on your professional credentials. A conviction can result in never being professionally licensed again.
You need the best attorney you can find
These are serious charges and they can have a serious impact on your life. This is why you should work tirelessly to find an attorney who will work tirelessly for you. You have found that attorney. Reach out to Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 now and let us begin to build a case for you. Depending on the specific charges you’re facing and the evidence against you, we may fight for dismissal, we may take the charge to court, or we may work to find the best possible plea bargain.
