Experience Is Key When It Comes To White Collar Crimes
White collar crimes generally fall under the umbrella of a federal offense. These are some of the most complex and intensely investigated of all criminal cases. Having a defense attorney who thoroughly understands how the system works can be the key to successfully navigating these situations.
At The Region Lawyers, we have extensive firsthand knowledge of the federal justice system and have been trial-tested countless times. Consequences and penalties for federal-level crimes are extremely harsh and the trials are exhaustive, backed by highly funded, aggressive government judges and prosecutors. It’s incredibly important to have a defense attorney with substantial experience on your side.
Potential Penalties For Common Federal White Collar Crimes
Our clients put their futures in our hands. If you’ve been accused of one of the following offenses in Indiana, it’s essential to get the right representation behind you:
- Securities fraud
- Medicare and other health care fraud
- Mortgage fraud
- Insurance fraud
- Ponzi schemes
- Bank and wire fraud
- Anti-trust violations
- Counterfeiting
- Credit card and/or wire fraud
Any of these charges can result in serious penalties ranging from prison time to high restitution. Federal cases carry much more severe sentences than other types of charges and many have sentencing guidelines that are uncompromising and harsh. Some of the resulting potential penalties include:
Tax Evasion
Intentionally falsifying tax information to avoid payments can lead to imprisonment and substantial federal fines of up to $250,000 for individuals or $500,000 for corporations.
Embezzlement
Misappropriating entrusted funds for personal gain can result in federal penalties, including fines and imprisonment, with potential fines of up to $1 million and a 30-year sentence.
Financial Fraud
Deceptive financial practices for personal gain result in steep federal penalties, with fines ranging from thousands to millions of dollars and accompanied by lengthy prison sentences based on severity.
Health Care Fraud
Deceptive practices in healthcare for financial gain can be punished with fines up to $250,000 and imprisonment up to 10 years.
Beyond the potential for a prison sentence or steep fines, a white collar crime conviction can have a significant impact on your reputation and future. A conviction can follow you around for years even after other penalties have been satisfied. Your career and livelihood will be at risk, as will your reputation among your family, friends and community.
Seeking guidance from an experienced white collar crime lawyer early on is crucial to understand your options and build a robust defense.
Experienced Federal Defense And White Collar Crime Attorneys
Federal charges get the weight and resources of the federal authorities behind them. These cases are also often high profile, furthering the potential for damage to your reputation and career.
Federal offenses and white collar crimes are an essential part of our practice at The Region Lawyers. We’ve defended many clients accused of these types of crimes. We won’t be confused or fooled by your charges, and we can help guide and support you throughout the entire process.
Our extensive experience in this area of the law means we understand how prosecutors think, even at the federal level. We are renowned for our trial experience at both the state and federal levels, and we’re prepared to help you get through your case, no matter the circumstances.
Get The Help You Need
Contact us to set up a free consultation to get more information about our services and how we can help. Use our contact form to schedule an appointment or give us a call at 219-961-3814 in Merrillville. We work with clients throughout The Region, the state of Indiana and northern Illinois.