Our law firm provides comprehensive legal representation for individuals and businesses facing criminal charges. We handle a wide range of criminal cases, from minor offenses to major felonies. Our experienced criminal defense attorneys are dedicated to protecting your rights and ensuring that you receive a fair trial.
Types of Crimes
White-collar crimes:
These are non-violent crimes often committed by individuals or businesses for financial gain. Examples include:
- Fraud: Misrepresentation or deception for financial gain, such as credit card fraud, insurance fraud, or investment fraud.
- Embezzlement: Theft of funds or property by a person entrusted with their care.
- Money laundering: Disguising the source of illegally obtained money.
- Tax evasion: Failing to pay taxes or reporting income inaccurately.
- Insider trading: Buying or selling securities based on non-public information.
Violent crimes:
These crimes involve the use of force or the threat of force against another person. Examples include:
- Murder: The unlawful killing of another person.
- Manslaughter: The unintentional killing of another person.
- Assault: Intentional infliction of physical harm or the threat of physical harm.
- Robbery: Theft by force or threat of force.
- Kidnapping: Abducting another person against their will.
Property crimes:
These crimes involve the theft or damage of property. Examples include:
- Theft: Taking property without the owner’s consent.
- Burglary: Breaking and entering into a building with the intent to commit a crime.
- Larceny: Theft of personal property.
- Vandalism: Intentional damage to property.
- Arson: Intentionally setting fire to property.
Drug crimes:
These crimes involve the possession, manufacture, distribution, or sale of illegal drugs. Examples include:
- Possession: Having an illegal drug in one’s possession.
- Trafficking: Buying and selling illegal drugs.
- Manufacturing: Making illegal drugs.
- Distribution: Giving or selling illegal drugs to others.
Traffic crimes:
These crimes involve violations of traffic laws. Examples include:
- Driving under the influence (DUI): Driving while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs.
- Speeding: Driving over the posted speed limit.
- Reckless driving: Driving in a manner that endangers others.
Sex crimes:
These crimes involve sexual acts that are illegal or harmful. Examples include:
- Rape: Forcing another person to have sex against their will.
- Sexual assault: Any unwanted sexual contact.
- Child sexual abuse: Sexual abuse of a minor.
Juvenile crimes:
These are crimes committed by minors. Examples include:
- Delinquency: A minor who has committed a crime that would be a felony if committed by an adult.
- Status offense: A crime that is only illegal because the offender is a minor, such as truancy or curfew violation.