White-collar crime investigations are on the rise—and the federal government isn’t pulling punches. If you’re being investigated for a financial offense, it’s critical to understand the charges you could face and what’s at stake. At Glozman Law, we defend clients nationwide against complex financial crime allegations. From fraud schemes to Money Laundering, these financial crimes often come with aggressive prosecution, serious prison time, and devastating financial penalties. Below are some of the most common federal financial crimes—and what you could be up against.
Definition: Wire fraud involves using any form of interstate electronic communication—email, text, phone, internet—to carry out a fraudulent scheme. This is one of the most frequently charged federal crimes because it’s broad and easy to prove if deception and intent are involved.
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Definition: Similar to wire fraud, mail fraud involves using the U.S. Postal Service or other mail carriers to further a scheme to defraud. This charge is often used alongside wire fraud to strengthen a federal case.
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Definition: Bank fraud refers to schemes intended to defraud a financial institution or to obtain money or assets under false pretenses. This includes falsifying loan documents, kiting checks, or creating fake accounts.
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Definition: Securities fraud includes insider trading, Ponzi schemes, market manipulation, or misrepresentation of a company’s financial condition. These cases are often investigated by the SEC in coordination with federal prosecutors.
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Definition: Embezzlement occurs when someone misappropriates or steals money entrusted to them—often by an employer, government entity, or nonprofit. It’s a breach of trust that federal prosecutors take seriously.
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Definition: Money laundering involves hiding the origin of illegally obtained funds, often by funneling them through legitimate businesses or complex financial transactions. This crime is commonly tied to drug trafficking, fraud, or other organized criminal activity.
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Definition: Willfully avoiding paying taxes owed to the IRS—such as underreporting income, claiming false deductions, or hiding money in offshore accounts—can result in federal prosecution.
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Definition: This crime involves defrauding healthcare programs like Medicare or Medicaid. Examples include billing for services not provided, falsifying diagnoses, or receiving kickbacks for referrals.
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Definition: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, federal relief programs like the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and EIDL loans were created. Fraud charges arise when someone falsifies information to obtain funds or uses the funds improperly.
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Federal financial crime cases are built on large volumes of documents, financial records, and digital evidence. Prosecutors often spend months—sometimes years—building a case before you even know you’re under investigation.
At Glozman Law, we act quickly and decisively. We challenge the government’s evidence, question witness credibility, and expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. Our legal team works with forensic accountants, cybersecurity experts, and investigators to craft a defense tailored to your unique situation.
Whether you’ve been charged or are under investigation, early legal representation can make all the difference.
Being charged with a federal financial crime can turn your life upside down. Don’t wait until it’s too late. At Glozman Law, we represent clients across the United States facing serious financial crime allegations. We’ll fight to protect your rights, your freedom, and your future.
Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation.