Whether you are an innocent citizen or an international corporate giant, corruption charges can upend your life. As such, you need to understand the nature of the allegations against you, as well as your legal options.
A corruption case can be investigated at both the state and federal level. Often, these investigations rely upon tips and whistleblowers. Corruption cases are based on a wide range of unlawful conduct, including bribery, fraud, embezzlement, extortion, racketeering and conspiracy.
Bribery involves offering or giving anything of value to influence someone in a position of authority. This includes cash, services, gifts and political contributions. It is a crime to give or receive bribes from a public official, and it can lead to a prison sentence, restitution and fines that correlate with the value of goods, money or services fraudulently obtained.
Corruption charges are often brought against government officials and employees, particularly those involved in approving contracts, overseeing budgets and managing public funds. Those in the private sector can also be prosecuted for corrupt activities, such as taking kickbacks from government contractors, using a company’s financial information to gain a competitive advantage or misusing public funds.
Norman Spencer Law Group works with clients to develop tailored defense strategies that address the circumstances of each case. Whether it’s challenging the validity of evidence, negotiating plea agreements or preparing for trial, we are committed to achieving the best outcome possible for our clients. We also offer compliance and risk management services to help businesses prevent corruption-related issues from arising in the first place.
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