If you are arrested, accused of a crime, or simply questioned concerning an investigation, you must remember that you are under no obligation to speak to law enforcement officers. You do not have to say anything. Call your white collar crime lawyer in Blount County and wait for them to arrive. Anything you tell law enforcement officers will likely be used to build a case against you. In most cases, it is best to remain silent and let your attorney handle the situation, adhering to whatever advice they give you.
Additionally, you are not required to hand documents or other items over to investigators every time they request something. We work with clients who are being investigated at state and federal levels and know first-hand how invasive this process can be. Prosecutors for the state and federal governments are often known for their aggressive tactics. One of our jobs is to help avoid or mitigate their attempts at getting too much information from you.
Remember that the best defenses start early. Your Barnes and Fersten Law white collar crime lawyer in Blount County can be with you when investigators question you. This can help prevent prosecutors from slapping you with obstruction of justice charges arising from inaccuracies in your testimony.
Prosecutors in white collar crimes rely heavily on the right evidence to charge and convict alleged white collar criminals. To your benefit, the evidence they collect is more often than not unconvincing and contradictory. Crafting a white collar crime defense is much different than creating a defense strategy for someone facing charges for a DUI or drug possession. You need a skilled white collar crime attorney in Blount County who knows the differences and can highlight how the prosecution lacks the necessary evidence to convict you of a white collar crime.
For a conviction, the prosecution must show that you intended to commit the crime or at least had knowledge of the wrongdoing. Those accused of a white collar crime sometimes have the upper hand as the prosecution lacks the experts needed to investigate the case entirely, or they cannot explain to a jury how and why you should be found guilty due to the complexity of the case. If you are an upstanding member of your community with an honest background, the prosecution will likely face an uphill battle that your Blount County white collar crime lawyer can use to your advantage.
If you or your business have been charged with a corporate crime or fraud, contact a seasoned Blount County white collar crime attorney at the Barnes and Fersten Law Firm for a confidential consultation today. We work quickly to ascertain the gravity and extent of your charges and to begin building a solid defense strategy that can prove you are not guilty of your charges. Do not wait to call for legal help. The sooner you call, the higher the chances of a more favorable outcome for you and your career.
Experienced legal counsel is only a phone call away. Call the Barnes and Fersten Law Firm at 865-805-5703 to schedule your consultation today, or you can use their online contact form. You can also schedule a video consultation at your convenience.
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