Colorado Springs White Collar Crimes Lawyers
White collar crime is a broad term that generally refers to offenses that are committed in a place of employment or within a government organization. White collar crimes do not involve violence. Unlike those who are often accused of street level crimes such as robbery or drug dealing, individuals charged with a white collar crime are usually respectable professionals. They are typically well-educated and held in high esteem in their communities. They often have spotless records and have never faced criminal charges in the past. A felony conviction can of course change all of that overnight. You will need legal counsel from a Colorado criminal defense attorney with a history of handling white collar crime cases if you are in this stressful and frightening situation. For assistance in the Colorado Springs area, contact The Bussey Law Firm, P.C.
Types of White Collar Crime
There are many different types of offenses that are white collar crimes. Some of the more common ones include these:
- Embezzlement
- Bribery
- Insurance fraud
- Racketeering
- Insider trading
- Forgery
- Money laundering
- Mail fraud
- Tax evasion
Obtaining Solid Legal Representation
Many view the vast majority of white collar crimes as victimless crimes and don't consider them as serious as other offenses such as rape or armed robbery. Prosecutors, particularly in recent years, don't see the matter in quite the same way. If you are facing a charge for a white collar crime, the prosecution will try to make sure the judge gives you the harshest sentence possible. Depending on the nature of the white collar crime you have been charged with and whether you faced charges in the past that were the same or related, you may serve time in prison, have a lengthy probationary period or have to pay hefty fines.
The best thing you can do if you are facing an investigation or a formal charge for a Colorado white collar crime is secure legal representation from a Colorado Springs criminal defense attorney who will fight aggressively on your behalf. Timothy Bussey of The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. can provide the legal advice and services you need to build the best defense possible. Contact us to set up your free initial consultation to discuss your situation in detail with an attorney who has experience handling cases involving white collar crimes.
Colorado Springs theft lawyer Timothy Bussey at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. in Colorado represents clients in Colorado Springs and throughout El Paso County, including the cities of Fountain, Manitou Springs, and Monument.
The Bussey Law Firm, P.C.
12 E. Boulder Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: (719) 475-2555
Fax: (719) 475-0046