Different types of criminal offenses come with different types of consequences. For example, white-collar crimes lack an element of violence, but they are still federal-level crimes. This means that a conviction could lead to detrimental consequences that may impact...
White-Collar Crimes
Michigan man pleads guilty to federal charges of embezzlement
White-collar criminal offenses are committed with the intent of financial gain, something that is accomplished through various means, including deception or theft. While these types of cases typically lack an element of violence, they are considered serious federal...
Fraud conviction could result in decades in prison
A Michigan woman is facing an extensive prison sentence after she was convicted of multiple federal offenses. Her arrest and subsequent conviction were the results of her connection with a years-long scheme that resulted in the theft of around $65 million. The...
Several individuals in Michigan charged in fraud scheme
Six individuals from Michigan were recently indicted by a grand jury for their alleged roles in a scheme that allegedly involved obtaining approximately $1 million in COVID relief funds by fraudulent means. According to the indictment, the group used various means to...
What should you know if charged with a white collar crime?
Criminal allegations of any kind will have a significant impact on your life. In addition to the potential for spending time behind bars, you could face devastating consequences in your personal and professional life as well. Regardless of the types of charges you are...
The rapid increase in financial crime in the United States
White collar criminal offenses can take various forms, but they are all committed with the intent of some type of financial gain. While common types of financial crime in Michigan include fraud, embezzlement and identity theft, there are new and growing areas of...
Is white collar crime becoming more prominent?
Federal level offenses, including certain type of financial crimes, come with serious penalties and grave consequences for those convicted. White collar crime includes acts of fraud, theft and deception committed with the intent of financial gain. According to recent...
More funding to come for white-collar crime enforcement
Attorney General Merrick Garland recently announced that the federal government will be providing additional funding to combat certain types of criminal activity. As environmental white-collar crime is a growing concern, the Department of Justice is increasing its...
Money laundering and its potential consequences
White collar criminal offenses are those that involve illegal activity for the purpose of financial gain. These cases do not typically involve an element of violence, yet the penalties for any type of financial crime can be steep, including the possibility of a prison...
An effective defense against money laundering charges
White-collar criminal charges have the potential to bring life-altering penalties if convicted of these allegations. Money laundering is a common type of white-collar crime, and even though these charges lack an element of violence, the implications are quite serious....