DISCLAIMER: These testimonials represent a small sampling of clients the firm has helped. Case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case.
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Raleigh, Wilmington, Fraud Charge Defense Lawyer
Fraud, embezzlement and white collar crimes often involve complex financial details and require a solid understanding of how to clearly present evidence to a jury. Many criminal defense attorneys don't fully grasp how complicated federal and state white collar crimes can become, only to leave their clients out on a limb when it comes to fighting for their rights.
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Former Prosecutor for Three Counties in North Carolina
Attorney Patrick Roberts was an Assistant District Attorney in three North Carolina counties. He has handled a significant number of felony and misdemeanor offenses involving theft by fraud, embezzlement and computer crimes. When you are facing the worst possible time in your life, it makes sense to have our experience and energy on your side. Contact us to schedule a consultation about the fraud charges you are facing. We have helped clients charged with state or federal crimes throughout North Carolina. We are ready to use our experience to help you.
We provide aggressive defense representation for white collar crime such as:
- Cash drawer embezzlement
- ID theft, check forgery, stolen credit card
- Income tax and business tax fraud
- Federal mail and wire fraud
- Medicaid and Medicare fraud
- Welfare fraud charges
When experience counts, don't take chances. Contact our offices in Raleigh, North Carolina, to schedule a free consultation. Even if you are only under investigation for fraud charges and have not yet been charged, talk to us now.
Maryland vs. R.A.
Charge:
1st Degree Murder, Attempted 1st Degree Murder, 2nd Degree Murder Attempted 2nd Degree Murder, Manslaughter, Second Degree Assault and Felony Handgun Charges
Facing:
Multiple Life Sentences
Result:
Not Guilty
This client allegedly fired shots into a New Years Eve party on January 1st 2006. The shooting resulted in the death of a 21 year old female (who was survived by her twin sister), and the wounding of the deceased's uncle.
Defense focused on:
- The week-long unexplained absence of an important Government witness after the shooting occurred;
- The lack of any witnesses testimony as to the Defendant firing a handgun;
- The inability of the State to produce a weapon;
- And the possibility of another shooter on the scene due to blood splatter evidence outside the home near the spot that the Defendant was standing.
Defendant was found not guilty on the murder charges. The jury was hung as to the manslaughter, assault and handgun charges. The defendant later pled to manslaughter and was given a ten year sentence, suspend all but 5 years.
Maryland vs. E.W.
Charge:
Domestic Violence -2nd Degree Assault (Two Counts), Deadly Weapon with Intent to Injure, Malicious Destruction of Property, and 4th Degree Burglary
Facing:
26 years, 60 days years
Result:
Dismissed
In a case of alleged domestic violence, cross examination of accuser, the government's main witness, cast doubt on the strength of the Government's case. The Judge granted the Defense motion for acquittal at the close of the State's case and dismissed all charges.
Maryland vs. M.W.
Charge:
Attempted Distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substance (Two Counts), Drug Possession
Facing:
44 years
Result:
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Two officers testified at this jury trial. Inconsistencies elicited on the cross examination of the officers established that the Government did not do enough to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.
