Anyone charged with a crime should be represented by a lawyer with experience defending that charge. According to Vera, every three seconds in the United States, someone is arrested and charged with a crime. Here is what you need to know about white-collar crime.

1. The Charges

White-collar crime is typically a non-violent crime. They include charges of fraud, embezzlement, violation of trust, and other deceptive practices. When you are charged with this type of crime, it's essential that you take it seriously.

The penalties for white-collar crimes can include a fine, loss of rights, incarceration, and more. It's important that you have a lawyer on your side who can explain the potential outcomes of these charges. Legal experts can explain the charges and the potential consequences of a conviction.

2. Evaluating Evidence

The law provides protection when you are charged with a crime. You have rights that a law firm can help to protect. The burden of proof falls on the prosecution. In many cases, the prosecution doesn't have enough evidence to present to a jury, but if you don't have an attorney on your side, you may think they do. A key component of legal representation is evaluating evidence.

Your attorney will have the skill set to evaluate the evidence that is available and make strategic decisions about defense options. It's essential that you have someone on your side who can go through the evidence and make recommendations based on the facts of the case. You will have an opportunity to dispute evidence and provide a defense.

3. Complex Cases

White-collar crime cases are often complex cases. The laws that govern these types of crimes are also very complex. It's important that you have legal representation that is familiar with the complexity of these matters.

Navigating a case like this on your own can come with a lot of room for errors to be made. It's essential that you have the right support to get the best outcome. No one should face these charges on their own.

There are many things to learn about white-collar crime. Some of the things you will learn by connecting with a lawyer who specializes in this type of representation may surprise you. If you have been charged with a white-collar crime, contact us at Kaehne & Barrette Criminal Defense Firm today.