Tracy Teiger at the Teiger Law Center, Alpharetta embezzlement defense lawyer, specializes in defense of those accused of "theft by conversion" in Georgia. An arrest for embezzlement, or illegal appropriation of funds or other items, may also include charges of identity theft, tax evasion, forgery, and/or mortgage fraud. Contempt or conspiracy charges may be handed down, as well. These charges are serious and carry life-altering consequences if convicted. We urge you to call us before speaking with anyone, including law enforcement, so that we can advise you on your constitutional rights and confer with you about the best way to answer questions so that you don't put yourself in an unflattering light.
The act of misappropriation of money or goods for personal gain by a person in a position of authority or trust may be a State or Federal offense, depending on the circumstances. Oftentimes high profile cases, especially if a public or political figure is involved, are tried in the media before they even get to court. We may be able to avoid the public stigma by negotiating with your employer (who may wish to avert the negative publicity and the expense of a trial), avoiding investigation by The Georgia Bureau of Investigation or The Federal Bureau of Investigation (if funds crossed state lines). Sometimes an employee may be financially underwater and borrows funds without authorization. An employee may not understand that his or her actions are illegal when they do work for the company and submit a bill for their labor under a fictitious business name (dummy vendors or suppliers), or use someone else's social security or tax identification number.
Embezzlement Criminal Defense Attorney Cumming GA
Embezzlement, usually involving large amounts of money changing hands illegally, can happen in many ways, sometimes accidentally. A team parent with poor bookkeeping skills may mishandle the team's fundraising proceeds, a caregiver for an elderly person may use funds inappropriately, or the crime may have extenuating circumstances, such as gambling or drug addictions. If your case goes to trial, we may ask the court to consider the prior history of the individual, request alternative sentencing, or offer repayment of the value embezzled, and any additional fines and court costs in an effort to reduce charges/punishment.
Embezzlement accusations are complex cases involving severe penalties for the accused individual and should never be ignored and brushed off. Jail time (up to 10 years for embezzlement of public funds), fines, fees, restitution, probation and community service are possible punishments. A ruined reputation can damage your business or career and conviction will follow you when seeking future employment.
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If you've been charged with criminal charges of embezzlement, the Teiger Law Center can help. Qualified to represent clients in Georgia State or Federal court, attorney Tracy Teiger devotes close attention to the details of your case. Call our Alpharetta or Cumming law offices today.
