White Collar Crimes
By Zendeh Del Law Firm
Jul. 8, 2010 9:21a
Texas White Collar Crimes Defense Attorney
When most people think of criminal activity, they tend to imagine violent crimes such as theft or murder. They do not often picture crimes as being perpetrated by "a person of respectability and high social status in the course of his occupation." These are called white-collar crimes. The phrase "white -collar" refers to the level of professionalism that is required to commit many of these crimes. They include:
White-collar crime is just as serious as more traditional types of crime. Depending on the exact nature of the charge, you could be facing years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. In general, the larger the crime and the more damage that is done to the victims, the higher the penalty. Reputation counts for a lot in the business world; with knowledgeable and aggressive legal representation, you can protect yours.
Are White-Collar Crimes Victimless?
One of the main differences between white-collar crimes and other crimes is that white-collar crime is often viewed as victimless. There are, however, always victims, even if they are not obvious. The victims are usually either other people in the business or clients of the business. Sometimes, especially in cases like insider trading or bribery, the victims are the general public. The FBI has stated that it believes that white-collar crimes cost the United States around $300 billion each year. As a result, both state and federal level law enforcement is cracking down on white-collar crimes.
White Collar Crimes Defense
If you are being investigated for or have been charged with a while-collar crime, you will need to retain a Plano criminal defense attorney immediately. Financial crimes can be very complicated to investigate, which is why you need a lawyer who is experienced with this type of research and investigation. The attorneys at the Zendeh Del Law Firm have handled numerous white-collar crime charges and are prepared to defend your case. A criminal conviction can not only ruin your professional career, but also you may be sentenced to prison or jail time as well.
Contact a Plano White-Collar Crimes Attorney at our firm to discuss your case.
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