Carmel White Collar Crimes Lawyer
White-collar criminal charges can steal your freedom and end your career simultaneously. Due to the high amount of money often associated with white-collar crimes, state and federal law enforcement agencies will aggressively pursue such charges. If you’ve been charged with a white-collar crime or are currently under investigation for one, you must act quickly to secure legal counsel.
The Criminal Defense Team at Baldwin, Perry & Wiley P.C. has highly experienced criminal defense attorneys in Carmel with expertise in the state and federal judicial systems. Contact us today to discuss your legal options.
Why Choose Our White Collar Crime Attorney in Carmel?
The Criminal Defense Team has board-certified trial specialists ready to fight for your legal rights. As former prosecutors, we know the tactics and strategies the state and federal government will use to convict you for white-collar offenses. As such, we can anticipate and counter their attempts effectively.
From our inception, we have defended many clients accused of government fraud, forgery, and large-scale theft. Whether we achieve a favorable outcome through negotiations or contested litigation, we know what it takes to get the job done. Prosecutors know we aren’t afraid to take your case to trial, which helps us secure the best possible deals for our clients.
What Are White-Collar Crimes?
White-collar crimes refer to non-violent financial crimes committed by professionals. These crimes usually involve a breach of trust, deception, or concealment. While non-violent, the government treats these crimes just as seriously as violent offenses due to the severe damage they can cause. A sophisticated white-collar scheme can bankrupt companies, wipe out savings accounts, and cost investors millions.
Embezzlement
Embezzlement is a financial crime usually involving an employee stealing from their employer. Usually, a trusted individual takes advantage of their position to steal assets from their company. Embezzlement commonly occurs over extended periods, as it can go undetected without proper institutional protocols.
Corporate Fraud
Corporate fraud is the dishonest actions a corporation takes that give the entity an unfair advantage. Typically, companies misrepresent financials, engage in insider trading, or otherwise attempt to deceive their stakeholders. For example, if a company reports higher earnings in Q4 than were actually obtained, it has attempted defrauded its stakeholders and can be held legally accountable for its actions.
Self-Dealing
Self-dealing involves a breach of duty by a legally bound fiduciary. Fiduciaries are required to act in the best interest of their clients. When they fail to do so, they engage in self-dealing. Take, for instance, an attorney responsible for adding client funds to a trust account that accrues interest over time. If that attorney decides to dip into the client’s funds for personal expenses like expensive dinners or exotic vacations, they have breached the duty entrusted to them by their clients.
Money Laundering
Money laundering involves making illegally obtained funds appear as though they were obtained through legitimate means. Often, this involves a professional working in conjunction with powerful criminal organizations to mask their earnings from illegal activities such as human trafficking or drug sales.
Aggressive White-Collar Defense Counsel is Available
If you’re facing white-collar criminal charges, look no further than The Criminal Defense Team to protect your interests. We will never back down from aggressive prosecution tactics and will do everything possible to minimize the legal risks associated with these charges. Contact us today at (317) 687-8326 for a no-cost initial consultation.