When facing accusations of white-collar crimes, the consequences can be severe even without the threat of physical violence. These crimes often involve violations of trust, deceit, or concealment, and they can fall under both federal and state jurisdiction.
If you find yourself accused of a white-collar crime, it’s crucial to seek legal help immediately from a lawyer with experience in both state and federal courts. At Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys, we have the expertise and dedication to vigorously defend your rights.
Our Expertise in White-Collar Crime Defense
Jacob Blizzard, our leading attorney, is dual board-certified in Criminal Law and Criminal Appeals. This unique qualification ensures that you receive top-notch defense from a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer. Our team at Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys is committed to protecting your rights and providing a robust defense strategy tailored to your case.
Why Choose Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys?
Dual Board-Certified Defense Attorney: Jacob Blizzard holds certifications in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appeals, offering you specialized legal expertise.
- Comprehensive Legal Experience: Our attorneys have extensive experience defending clients in both Texas state and US federal courts, ensuring a thorough understanding of all aspects of white-collar crime cases.
- Vigorous Defense: We are dedicated to providing a strong defense for our clients, utilizing our knowledge and skills to safeguard your future.
Types of White-Collar Crimes We Defend
White-collar crimes can encompass a wide range of offenses, including but not limited to:
- Fraud
- Embezzlement
- Insider Trading
- Money Laundering
- Identity Theft
- Tax Evasion
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There are a variety of White-Collar crimes. You may be looking for a:
- Computer Crimes Lawyer
- Forgery Lawyer
- Embezzlement Lawyer
- Money Laundering Lawyer
- Fraud Lawyer
- Identity Theft Lawyer
- Healthcare Fraud Lawyer
- Embezzlement Lawyer
- Bankruptcy Fraud Lawyer
- Corporate Fraud Lawyer
- Investment Scam Lawyer
- Money Laundering Lawyer
- Tax Evasion Lawyer
- Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
- Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation(FBI) the Bernie Madoff federal case is one of the most recent egregious cases. Madoff ran a Ponzie scheme that defrauded investors and cost them millions of dollars.
White Collard Crime and Punishment in Texas
Some possible penalties for white-collar crimes according to Texas Law are:
- A Class C misdemeanor involves stolen property of less than $50, and the punishment is a fine of not more than $500.
- If the amount stolen was worth $50 to $500, the offense becomes a Class B misdemeanor. For that offense, the punishment includes a fine of up to $2,000, a jail sentence of as much as 180 days.
- If the amount stolen was worth $500 to $1,500, then the theft becomes a Class A misdemeanor. For that offense, the punishment includes a fine of up to $4,000, a jail sentence of as much as 1 year.
- Theft of $1,500 to $20,000 is a state jail felony. Texas punishments are from 180 days to 2 years in jail, and a fine of as much as $10,000.
- Theft of $20,000 to $100,000 is a third-degree felony. Texas punishments are from 2 to 10 years in prison, and a fine of as much as $10,000.
- Theft of $100,000 to $200,000 is a second-degree felony. Texas punishments are from 2 to 20 years in prison, and a fine of as much as $10,000.
- Theft of more than $200,000 is a first-degree felony. Texas punishments are from 5 to 99 years in prison, and a fine of as much as $10,000.
Lawyer Jacob Blizzard is one of a few criminal defense lawyers who has won federal criminal cases out of the Abilene, San Angelo, and Lubbock divisions notoriously “law and order” oriented divisions of the Northern District of Texas.
He is one of 87 lawyers out of 100,000 lawyers in the state of Texas who is board certified in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law.
To discuss a federal white collar crime arrest, charge, or conviction with a criminal defense lawyer that serves Abilene, TX and nearby areas contact the law office of Blizzard & Zimmerman Attorneys.
When you need representation for a white-collar crime, choose lawyers that specialize in those areas.
Call us today to schedule a private one-on-one consultation with one of our criminal law lawyers.
