White-Collar Criminal Defense
What are white-collar crimes?
The FBI defines white-collar crimes as those characterized by deceit, concealment or violation of trust, but not dependent on the application or threat of physical force or violence.
Usually these types of crimes are committed in an effort to obtain one or more of the following:
- Money
- Property
- Services
- Relief of financial obligations
- Personal or business advantages
White-collar crime is a routine part of the nightly news. Corporate officials are frequently accused of:
- Hiding millions of dollars
- Deceive company shareholders
- Engaging in illegal insider trading
- Filing fraudulent insurance claims
But white-collar crime is not limited to sensationalized stories that you hear about on the news. It also includes:
- Writing bad checks
- Income tax fraud
- Welfare fraud
Simply put, white-collar crimes are characterized by dishonesty and deception.
Get qualified representation in Illinois
White-collar crimes are serious offenses that can result in drastic legal penalties. If you have been charged with a white-collar crime, you should seek qualified legal counsel immediately. Contact O’Gara & Gomric, P.C. today for a free consultation.
