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.
White Collar Theft Crimes Representation in Fayetteville
Investigations of white collar crimes are often lengthy, involve complex financial transactions, and may be hard for people who are not familiar with these charges to fully understand. If you have been arrested for a white collar crime, or if you are currently under investigation, don't risk your defense on a lawyer who does have the experience and legal knowledge necessary to protect your rights.
At the Roberts Law Group, PLLC, former Assistant District Attorney Patrick Roberts is able to handle a wide range of white collar theft crimes in Fayetteville and throughout the state of North Carolina. We have the experience to protect your Constitutional rights and build the best possible defense against the charges. We will work hard to try to get your charges reduced or dismissed. In some cases, we are able to prevent them from being filed in the first place.
U.S. vs. J.R. - Our client was convicted of nine counts of mail fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit mail fraud. Result: At the sentencing, the judge granted our motion for a downward departure and sentenced our client to one year and one day instead of the proposed three years in prison. Read more about our Proven Results in Difficult Cases.
White Collar Theft and Other Federal Offenses
The Roberts Law Group represents people facing all types of white collar theft and other felony crimes, such as:
- Embezzlement
- Identity theft
- Forgery
- Tax and welfare fraud
- Medicaid and Medicare fraud
- Mail and wire fraud
- Stolen credit cards
These crimes are often referred to as "white collar crimes" because of the people who are generally charged with such offenses. White collar crimes can carry significant penalties that will impact the rest of your life. We take these charges seriously and can help you make sense of what you are up against.
Statutes for crimes such as federal fraud (§ 1001), aggravated identity theft (§ 1028A) and other white collar crimes outline potential penalties and the burden of proof that prosecutors must meet when pursuing convictions. Learn more information at the Roberts Law Group.
Fayetteville Embezzlement and Identity Theft Lawyer
Learn more about white collar crimes and our criminal defense practice in North Carolina. Contact the Roberts Law Group in Raleigh. Schedule a free initial consultation with us by calling our firm toll free at 866-630-2389 to make an appointment.
We also deal with issues involving:
- Military Law
- Court Martial
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.
