White collar crimes involve financially motivated, non-violent offenses typically committed in business or professional settings. Despite being non-violent, these charges carry serious penalties including prison time, heavy fines, restitution, and permanent damage to professional licenses and careers.
California law covers a wide range of white collar offenses, including fraud (PC 532), embezzlement (PC 503), forgery (PC 470), bribery (PC 67-68), counterfeiting, identity theft (PC 530.5), and money laundering (PC 186.10).
White collar cases are often complex, involving extensive financial records, forensic accounting, and lengthy investigations by law enforcement agencies. Attorney Cocis has the experience and resources to analyze complex financial evidence and build effective defense strategies.
Defense strategies for white collar cases may include challenging the prosecution's financial evidence, arguing lack of intent to defraud, presenting evidence of authorization or consent, and negotiating for reduced charges or alternative sentencing.
