White Collar Crimes

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines white-collar crimes as nonviolent but not victimless. These crimes typically come with harsh and severe penalties that can cause great distress. Your reputation, your financial security, and your life can be irreparably harmed by a white-collar crime conviction.

These days, judges often do not go easy on individuals charged with white-collar crimes. They can impose harsh penalties, including long jail sentences and expensive fines. These penalties can mean the end of one's professional career, damaged relationships, and financial ruin. 

Additionally, a conviction for a white-collar crime will create a criminal record where one may not have previously existed. The potential to avoid criminal charges through early investigation and negotiation with prosecutors is one reason why it can be incredibly advantageous to not wait to reach out to an attorney when you are charged with a white-collar crime. 

A white-collar criminal defense attorney will evaluate your case and determine the most effective defense strategy so you can secure the best possible outcome under the circumstances. Depending on the case facts, it could be possible to lessen your charges or have your charges dropped. Innocent people do get brought into the justice system through incomplete investigations and false accusations. 

At the ​Law Offices of Philip B. Adams, LLC, our skilled and competent white-collar criminal defense attorney has represented many individuals charged with the most serious crimes.

For more information, contact the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams.

Types of White-Collar Crimes


White-collar crimes cover a vast number of different criminal offenses, including, but not limited to, the following:

  • Forgery

  • RICO Act violations

  • Bribery

  • Fraud

  • Embezzlement

  • Money laundering

  • Identity theft

  • Public corruption


Defending Against White-Collar Crime Accusations

When defending against a white-collar crime in Louisiana, a competent attorney will immediately go to work to protect your rights and help you secure the best possible results for your situation. First, your attorney will facilitate communications with investigators, so you do not have to do so alone. You should never speak with an investigator unless you have consulted with your attorney to best protect your interests.

Next, your attorney will conduct a comprehensive investigation into your case to collect and preserve all pertinent evidence that will be used in building a strategic defense plan.

There are several defense approaches to utilize. One may be to challenge the prosecution's evidence against you. By doing so, your attorney may be able to weaken their case, identify inadmissible evidence, highlight flaws, and dampen the credibility of their witnesses.

Establishing reasonable doubt is another means to cast doubt on the strength of the prosecution's case. Contradictory evidence or alternative theories on how a white-collar crime occurred could make the jury question if they could hold you "guilty beyond a reasonable doubt."

Perhaps the actions that you are accused of taking were done justifiably due to the nature of the circumstances. Affirmative defenses, including lack of intent, entrapment, or coercion, are used frequently in white-collar crime cases.

Call An Experienced Louisiana White-Collar Crimes Defense Attorney Today

Protecting your rights and freedoms from the most grievous penalties when you have been charged with a white-collar crime in Louisiana is Attorney Adams's top priority. 

If you were charged with a white-collar crime in Louisiana, you need a committed and experienced white-collar crimes defense attorney on your side. Contact the Law Offices of Philip B. Adams today for a case evaluation.