White Collar Crimes
While white collar crimes are considered nonviolent, they are nonetheless serious offenses, carrying penalties that may include considerable prison time. If you have been arrested for tax fraud, money laundering, embezzlement or any other white collar crime, it's important to realize your future is on the line. Even acquittals can have a devastating impact on your finances, your business and reputation. At SRD Law Office, our female Ohio criminal defense attorney represent clients in the Columbus area and throughout Ohio facing allegations involving financial fraud. We understand the seriousness of the charge you face and will provide a defense that protects your rights and seeks the most favorable result under the facts of your case.
Defense Against Financial Charges
"White collar crime" is an umbrella term used for crimes involving deception committed solely for financial gain, so defendants are often people in business or government charged with misusing funds entrusted to them. While some of these crimes can be charged at the state level, most are federal crimes, prosecuted in a federal court system that has powerful resources at its disposal.
Our background enables us to effectively challenge prosecutors in providing a defense to clients charged with white collar crimes that include:
- All forms of fraud
- Embezzlement
- Bribery and extortion
- Money laundering
- Forgery
- Corporate espionage
- Computer hacking
- Racketeering and RICO cases
- Counterfeiting
Whether you have been charged or are currently being investigated, it's important to seek skilled representation immediately. The earlier we can begin to develop your defense, the better your chance of obtaining a favorable outcome, whether that's an acquittal, reduced sentence or plea agreement.
Defense that Limits Your Liability
An effective white collar crime defense can begin even before criminal charges are brought. Because these cases require in-depth investigations into complex financial records, clients may find out that they are under investigation before being charged. If you have any suspicion that a case is being assembled against you, it's essential to seek the help of an experienced white-collar defense firm right away. SRD Law Office may be able to limit your liability by preventing the government from bringing an indictment, protecting you from public accusations that can derail your business and personal life. Once charges are filed, however, we will get to work immediately to challenge the allegations and protect your rights. We understand that financial mistakes can lead to serious penalties and offer skilled representation to avoid heavy fines, significant restitution and the potential of a prison sentence.
Contact our skilled Ohio white collar criminal defense attorney
If you have been charged with tax evasion, internet fraud, or any other white collar crime, it's important to seek skilled legal counsel as soon as possible. SRD Law Office has the experience to provide a diligent defense. Call us at 614-228-3413 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation at our Columbus office.
