Conspiracy Defense Lawyers in North Carolina.
It has been said that the conspiracy crime is "the darling of the prosecutor" because it offers so many legal and evidentiary advantages for the government. Every conspiracy requires an allegation of an "illegal agreement" of some type. Unfortunately, such charges can link unsuspecting clients with the actions and crimes of other individuals they may have associated with. While this may seem unfair, it is what the law permits.
Often, when the government suspects a conspiracy, they also look to increase the potential punishment by adding a racketeering count to the indictment. Racketeering is often charged under the Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). Racketeering activity under RICO, requires the commission of certain "predicate offenses," such as: mail fraud, wire fraud, extortion, and bank fraud. The racketeering activity must be part of an ongoing scheme made up of related racketeering activities.
Tragically, conspiracy and RICO charges are so broad that they spill over into almost every other area of criminal law, and are brought in both traditional and business crimes cases.
Defending conspiracy and RICO charges requires heightened skill and experience. Retaining the services of a law firm that has successfully handled conspiracy-related cases, both in negotiations with federal agents and federal prosecutors, and in front of juries and judges, can give you the edge in a conspiracy defense matter. Our track record points to our experience in conspiracy defense and white collar defense.
If you have been served with a grand jury subpoena for your financial records or other documents, have been asked to testify before the grand jury or to speak to a law enforcement official, do not think you have nothing to hide — even if have not committed a crime. You may unknowingly give officials evidence that can later be used against you.
When The Stakes Are High You Need Proven Experience You Can Trust.
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