About Embezzlement

In cases in which an employee is accused of illegally appropriating company funds or assets they will likely be charged with embezzlement, employee theft or employee fraud.  This is a very serious criminal offense, and if convicted the penalties are harsh, often including several years in state prison.  Any accusation or charge of embezzlement requires immediate assistance from a criminal defense lawyer.  An attorney who is familiar with financial crimes and the complex evidence in such cases is crucial.  Even in cases in which the individual is falsely accused of the crime needs the help of a skilled embezzlement defense lawyer.

Defending Embezzlement Charges

With the help of an attorney, negotiations can be initiated to avoid criminal charges.  In many cases the company owner involved may agree to a settlement.  Fast action is of the utmost importance.  The attorney may be able to arrange alternatives to assist the client.  Skilled defense negotiations can assist the accused to fight to avoid the damage to their professional career as well as the humiliation of being arrested and charged with a criminal offense.  The evidence in such cases can include computer records, bank records, accounting records, check copies and other evidence that must be fully reviewed by the defense attorney.  In many cases it can be proven that others individuals had access to the accounts or property, not just the person facing the accusation of embezzlement.

In cases in which the accused individual is innocent of the charge, it cannot be assumed that they will not be convicted of the crime.  When a charge is filed of embezzlement it indicates that the prosecutor feels they have enough evidence to convict.  Even in cases in which the accused individual is completely innocent, it will require a skilled embezzlement defense lawyer to expose the truth in court.  These cases demand immediate action if you hope to avoid the repercussions of a conviction.  It is strongly advised that you contact the firm if you discover that you are being investigated for embezzlement or have already been charged.