Fraud/White Collar Crimes: Expert Witness
I have defended fraud and white collar crimes for some thirty years. I also prosecuted these cases when I was in the Ventura County DA’s Office.
Ventura County White Collar Crime Defense Attorneys
When an individual commits a crime that is financial in nature, usually in a business environment, this is termed a "white collar crime." There are many offenses that are considered to be white collar crimes, and these are almost always nonviolent. However, many of these charges are felony offenses and may be charged by either the District Attorney or the U.S. Attorney. White collar crime charges include:
Insurance fraud
Bank fraud
Wire fraud
Credit card fraud
Computer/Internet fraud
Mortgage fraud
Check fraud
Identity theft
Counterfeiting
Bankruptcy fraud
If you have been arrested and charged with any white collar crime, immediate action is necessary. Schwartz & Powell has a long history of successfully defending white collar crime charges.
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Although white collar crime usually is nonviolent, penalties if convicted are severe. The penalties for commercial crime can be every bit as painful as those for armed robbery. This is especially true in federal court. If you or your business are investigated or charged with a white collar crime you must immediately consult an attorney. Schwartz & Powell is uniquely well suited to defend against this type of charge. Give us a call.
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