Being convicted or even accused of a white-collar crime can have substantial repercussions for both your personal and professional life. Convictions can lead to significant fines in addition to the potential of time in prison.
Do not take the charges lightly. Connect with a Georgia white-collar criminal defense lawyer from Griffin Durham Tanner & Clarkson LLC. They will ensure that you have the support you need to achieve the best possible outcome in your case.
White-collar crime covers a broad variety of nonviolent crimes for personal gain that are generally committed in a commercial environment.
According to data compiled by the FBI and DOJ, white-collar crime costs the United States some $400 billion each year. While white-collar crimes are generally leveled against individuals, it’s also within the government’s power to sanction corporations for white-collar criminal offenses.
If convicted of a white-collar crime, you could be subject to penalties including:
There are a broad variety of white-collar crimes that individuals may be accused of, with a brief explanation of the more common crimes following.
