To be convicted of tax evasion, a company or person must knowingly pay fewer taxes than they owe or commit fraud to reduce their tax liability. The government must prove the defendant intended to avoid paying their share of taxes. Mistakes or carelessness in...
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White Collar Criminal Defense
White collar crime: a complex and closely scrutinized sphere
It’s certainly fair to say that the white collar criminal realm is not well understood by the general public. There are a number of common perceptions that, while commanding some validity, are often overblown or simplified. It is actually the case that the white...
When is a white-collar crime a federal offense?
While a person should be concerned over any criminal charge, regardless of type, it is understandable that you might worry about whether your white-collar charge sees a federal court. Convictions for federal crimes often bear more consequences than those for state...
White collar criminal defense: What is health care fraud?
Health care is not just about taking care of those who are sick. It is a business. Health care companies and individual providers have every right to be paid for the services they offer. Wanting to get the most out of an insurance claim is not a crime, but those who...
White collar crime: Accused of money laundering?
Money laundering, which is the process of making money earned from criminal activity appear clean, is a serious crime in Colorado and the United States as a whole. Those facing charges of money laundering may find themselves facing severe consequences if they are...
Facing criminal charges for embezzlement?
Many Colorado residents hold jobs where they are responsible for handling other people's money or property. If they keep that money or property for themselves rather than using it for its intended purpose, they may be charged with embezzlement. This is a serious...
What can be learned from the Chrisley tax evasion case?
Tax crimes can have severe consequences. If one is successfully convicted of tax evasion, for example, the fines can be outrageous, and the probation and/or time behind bars can affect one's life in many ways. Colorado residents who are facing accusations of tax...
White collar criminal defense: Bounty hunter facing fraud charges
The Federal Bureau of Investigation was contacted by an employee of Verizon Wireless to look into the actions of a Colorado man who claimed to be a law enforcement officer wanting to help those on the brink of taking their own lives. According to reports, this...
Colorado white collar criminal defense: Charged with tax evasion?
Tax evasion is a serious criminal offense that can carry significant penalties if one is convicted. Colorado residents who have found themselves facing such charges can likely help their situations by retaining legal counsel who has experience litigating white collar...