White Collar Crimes

White Collar & Fraud Crimes

Sophisticated white-collar crimes are on the rise as technology continues to advance and the internet allows people to get information more easily. As part of the effort to enforce the law in Pennsylvania and across the United States, federal agencies have also been able to enhance their investigation procedures. If you are facing charges related to a white-collar crime, The Law Offices of Mark Much Law Offices has one of the best teams of criminal defense lawyers in the state.

Types of Fraud

White-collar crime refers to a full range of frauds committed by businesses and government professionals characterized by lying, cheating, or stealing.

Financial motivation is almost always the main objective why white-collar crimes and are committed and punishable under state and federal laws.

Activities associated with white-collar crime include:

  • Computer/Cyber Crimes: internet or computer fraud, credit card fraud, ID theft, cyberstalking
  • Financial Fraud: Embezzlement, identity theft, conspiracy, mortgage, larceny, and insurance fraud
  • Public Corruption: This occurs when the government or state employees or officials abuse the public trust for their own benefit
  • Money laundering, tax evasion, insider trading, healthcare fraud, bribery, forgery, employee theft, and counterfeiting

Sentencing & Penalties for White Collar Crimes

Penalties or sentences can vary for committing a white-collar crime with some cases involving both state and federal punishments. If you have a prior criminal record this may also affect your outcome. Sentences are assessed based on the amount of money involved or stolen in the case and imprisonment can carry a term of 10 years with fines reaching $10,000. Additional monetary fines can include victim restitution or having assets seized or repossessed. Not only do white-collar crimes affect your reputation and future but close family and friends are often impacted due to the publicity surrounding these types of cases. 

Best White Collar Defense Attorney in Delaware County

Working with an experienced defense attorney is critical in protecting your rights and reputation. With the right defense, charges may be dismissed, reduced, or even expunged from your record. Call us today and take the first step in building your best defense in a white-collar crime case.