Although white collar crimes are not committed through violent acts, they are still very serious charges that require representation from an experienced and skilled white collar federal criminal defense lawyer like Erlinda Ocampo Johnson.
What is a White Collar Crime?
White collar crime is a non-violent crime committed through deceitful and misleading actions, usually to acquire money, property or services. Most white collar crimes are committed by individuals, but they can also be committed by a group. White collar crimes tend to happen within and through businesses, corporations and the government and are more prevalent where large amounts of money are involved.
Penalties if Convicted of a White Collar Crime
Even though white collar crimes are not violent, the consequences of a conviction are very serious. Because white collar crimes are usually federal crimes, the law is not only harsher on the accused, but the penalties are harsher as well.
If you are convicted of a white collar crime, penalties could include a considerable amount of time in a federal prison, substantial fines that could take years to pay, restitution and community service. Your assets may also be seized, especially those gained through the alleged crime.
Federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors have a large amount of resources with which to draw on when during your trial. You need skilled legal representation from Ms. Johnson, an experienced white collar crime attorney.
In addition to her many years as a white collar crime attorney, Ms. Johnson also served in the state and federal prosecutor’s office for over a decade. Her experience gives her the knowledge of the law, of prosecutor tactics and of criminal defense to provide you a strong defense.
A Strong White Collar Crime Defense
An attorney can be your biggest ally when you have been accused of a white collar crime, and Ms. Johnson has represented clients in federal cases throughout New Mexico. If you need a white collar crime attorney, contact the Law Office of Erlinda Ocampo Johnon, LLC today for a fearless and thoughtful defense!
