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Florida White Collar Crime

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Orlando Florida Criminal Lawyer - White Collar Crime:
White Collar Crimes is commonly used to describe crimes that relate to
financial or business matters that involve fraud. While unique from other
crimes, the penalties for these offenses can be severe and may involve
fines, forfeiture or property and jail. If you are charged with a white collar
crime, it is important that you consult with a criminal defense attorney
at your earliest opportunity to learn about your rights and the defenses
that may be available to you..

In many criminal cases, a properly prepared defense will result in either
reduced penalties, reduced charges, or a dismissal of the charges. Even
in criminal cases where the evidence of guilt is overwhelming, a properly
prepared defense and presentation of mitigating circumstances can result
in significant decreases in penalties you receive.

If you or a loved one has been arrested, Call the Wilson Law Firm Today at (407) 648-5255 to speak with an
experienced Orlando criminal defense attorney about your situation or to schedule a Free Initial Consultation

The following section of this page provides some information regarding white collar offenses:

White Collar Crime Differences: One of the significant difference between these types of offenses and
other crimes is that they commonly involve issues that transcend beyond the potential criminal penalties into
matters related to the business operations and reputation. A negative outcome can also lead to adverse effects
on the businesses present and future performance or viability.

Another unique factor usually present in these cases is the complexities involved in adequately understanding all
of the issues at hand. These crimes typically involve voluminous amounts of financial and transactional
documentation that can be more difficult to decipher and understand than what is typically involved in other types of
crimes. Unlike many other offenses, white collar crime also frequently involve federal as opposed to State
prosecutions. This is because these crimes often cross State or International boundaries.

Fraud - One common type of white collar crimes is that of fraud. Criminal acts of fraud are sometimes brought
against both an individual and a business. Unlike an individual though a business cannot be sentenced to jail.
The term fraud is general in nature as there are a number of different types criminal acts involving fraud, some of
which are described below.   Essentially though, fraud involves some alleged act of misrepresentation on the part
of the individual or business charged with the crime.

Insider Trading - Another white collar crime is illegal insider trading.   This crime involves the buying or selling
of a security, in breach of a fiduciary duty or other relationship of trust and confidence, while in possession of
material or nonpublic information about the security. Insider trading violations may also include "tipping" such
information, securities trading by the person "tipped," and securities trading by those who misappropriate such
information.

Other white collar crimes also include:

Antitrust fraud - involves the use of practices such as price-fixing and monopolies to stifle competition.

Bankruptcy fraud - is committed by businesses or individuals that conceal assets, mislead creditors, falsely
claim bankruptcy, file multiple bankruptcy claims, or launch petition mills.

Bribery - is a crime in something of value is promised, given, or taken from an individual or corporation in an
attempt to influence views, opinions, or decisions.

Computer fraud - involves the use of a computer to engage in an illegal activity.

Credit card fraud - is the unauthorized use of a credit card to make purchases.

Embezzlement - happens when an individual who has been entrusted with funds steals them for their own
benefit.

Environmental fraud - is the illegal release of potentially harmful pollutants into the air, water, or soil.

Financial fraud - includes any monetary fraud or embezzlement against an individual or institution.

Government fraud - is any fraud committed against the U.S. Government or one of its contractors, including
public housing, educational programs, and agricultural programs.

Identity fraud - this refers to the theft of one’s personal information so as to use it for opening credit card
accounts, applying for loans, purchasing cellular phones, or committing serious crimes.

Insurance fraud - is the filing of artificial or exaggerated claims to an insurance company.

Kickbacks - these involve the return of money from a buyer to a seller as part of a collusive agreement.

Mail fraud - involves the use of the U.S. Postal Service or another registered mail service to commit a crime.

Trade secret fraud - is the theft of a confidential plan, formula, idea or collection of information that could
benefit a business.

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For more Information on White Collar Crime, please visit the following pages of the firm's website:

Florida Statute 775.0844 - White Collar Crime Victim Protection Act

If you are charged with a white collar crime, it is important to consult with a lawyer with experience in this area of
the law. Joel Wilson, has handled thousands of criminal cases, during his career, including numerous cases
involving white collar crime. He also has a Master of Business (MBA) allowing him to better understand the
business complexities involved in these types of case. Call the Wilson Law Firm Today at (407) 648-5255 to
speak directly with an Orlando criminal defense lawyer and Orange County, Florida DUI attorney about your
individual situation or to schedule a free case review.

The Wilson Law Firm represents individuals in criminal defense and DUI cases in the Central Florida area,
including the cities of Altamonte Springs, Apopka, Casselberry, Clermont, Kissimmee, Lake Mary, Longwood,
Maitland, Mount Dora, Ocoee, Orlando, Oviedo, Saint Cloud, Sanford, Windermere, Winter Garden, Winter Park and
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