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White-collar crimes: Serious defense needed for serious crimes

Posted by Saul Steinberg | Jan 16, 2018 | 0 Comments

If you face criminal charges of any kind in New Jersey, you would be wise to take your situation seriously. This is a direct threat to your personal freedom and your future opportunities, and you would benefit from confronting these charges appropriately. This is especially true if you are dealing with accusations of committing a white-collar crime.

White-collar crimes relate to illegal actions that someone commits for financial gain. Many people make the mistake of underestimating the serious nature of these charges, yet they can result in very serious penalties, including time behind bars. If you are in this situation, you have no time to lose in seeking the defense help you need to effectively confront these charges.

What is white-collar crime?

White-collar crime charges relate to financial wrongdoing of all kinds. Many white-collar crimes involve a variation of fraud, which is intentionally deceiving a person for financial gain. Various types of criminal activity may fall into the category of white-collar, and they may include the following:

  • Securities fraud
  • Identity theft
  • Embezzlement
  • Money laundering
  • Tax evasion
  • Insurance fraud

It is tempting to overlook the serious nature of these types of charges because no one got hurt. Due to the lack of a violent element, many people may think that the punishment will be less severe. In reality, if convicted, you could face incarceration, fines and other consequences that could have a long-term impact on your life.

Whether there are already official charges against or you believe that you may be under investigation, you can act quickly to protect your interests. A conviction or guilty plea is never your only option. You have the right to challenge the prosecution's case against you, present evidence to support your defense and fight back against any violation of your rights during the investigation stage.

What is the right defense strategy for you?

There is no one-size-fits-all defense strategy. The right approach for your case will depend on the factors unique to your case and your legal objectives. It can be useful to seek an evaluation of your case as soon as possible after an arrest or after the start of an investigation in order to understand the options available to you.

White-collar crime is serious, but you do not have to face these charges without the support of an experienced legal ally. With help, you can fight back, preserving your interests and protecting your future.

About the Author

Saul Steinberg

Saul J. Steinberg was born and raised in Camden, NJ. He has practiced in Camden County since first being admitted to the bar. Since 1990, he has also handled cases in Southeastern Pennsylvania.The emphasis of Saul's practice is in Criminal and Civil litigation. He has handled major criminal and c...

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