Our experienced Texas embezzlement defense attorneys can protect you against charges of embezzlement and white collar crime
|
Embezzlement is taking the property of another through abuse of a position of trust. Although most often considered to be something like a bank teller taking home a few extra dollars or a delivery man appropriating a case of beer, embezzlement can also include adjusting invoices to a higher amount and keeping the extra money. Embezzlement, both a theft and a white collar crime, involves either money or property which is entrusted to an individual who does not own the money or property, but deliberately takes it for his or her own use.
The charges and penalties for embezzlement in Texas vary, depending on the value of the money or property appropriated and the criminal record of the individual accused of embezzlement. If the embezzlement was $1,500 or less, the individual may be charged with a misdemeanor and be facing up to a year in jail. A value of more than $200,000 will likely result in a felony charge with 5 up to 99 years in prison. If the individual is considered a public servant when the offense occurred, the penalty may be enhanced. In addition to incarceration, the individual will likely pay fines and restitution and could be placed on probation. There are many factors that are considered in charging an individual with embezzlement so contacting an embezzlement lawyer for more information is paramount.
It is vitally important, therefore, that you contact one of our Texas embezzlement lawyers the moment you are or think you may be charged with embezzlement. Since an embezzlement conviction in Texas carries such heavy penalties, in addition to stigma, our Texas criminal defense attorneys will work tirelessly to research the facts and evidence of your case in order to find the best possible defense for your circumstance. We will aggressively seek to get charges dropped and our Texas criminal attorneys will keep you informed throughout the entire process.
IF YOU ARE UNDER INVESTIGATION, CONTACT US IMMEDIATELY FOR ASSISTANCE. YOU DO NOT NEED TO SPEAK TO ANYONE WITHOUT A CRIMINAL ATTORNEY BY YOUR SIDE.
Our Texas embezzlement lawyers are experienced and have a proven track record in getting investigations stopped and charges dropped. Furthermore, we will investigate your case until our Texas criminal defense attorneys are able to prove your innocence, perhaps disproving that there was wrongful use of the money or property or that there was a relationship of trust, or proving that the money or property actually belonged to you.
If you have been charged with embezzlement, you are probably facing stress at your home and workplace. Our Texas criminal attorneys can help relieve that stress by ensuring that you are protected by the best Texas embezzlement lawyers available.
If you want the best in knowledgeable legal representation & a criminal law firm that will treat your case with consideration and concern, please contact us 24/7 at (866) 847-1247 for a FREE confidential consultation.
|