Money Laundering Charges in South Carolina
Conducting transactions that hide the source of money gained through criminal activity is considered money laundering. You can be charged with money laundering for just about any type of action, although most often charges are connected to other allegations of illegal activity — such as an additional charge in a case involving drug trafficking or some type of business fraud.
Many federal indictments include a money laundering count, simply because cash transactions were used or suspicious bank deposits were made. Any professional who interacts with the public and handles fund transfers — such as lawyers, doctors, stockbrokers or real estate agents — is open to a money laundering charge simply by accepting cash over a specific amount.
Our Lexington money laundering defense attorneys defend clients against fraudulent financial transaction and money laundering charges in cases involving:
- Embezzlement
- Business or bank fraud
- Robbery
- Mortgage fraud
- Drug offenses
Money laundering charges often accompany charges of wire fraud and mail fraud. These charges alone can result in hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines and up to 20 years in prison. Combined, the consequences are even more severe.
Mail Fraud or Wire Fraud Charges in South Carolina
Distributing documents in the mail to defraud someone of money or property is considered mail fraud. Distributing these documents via the Internet, e-mail, fax or other electronic media is considered wire fraud. Whether it was intentional or an innocent mistake, the law treats everyone the same in these serious matters.
Our South Carolina mail fraud attorneys defend clients against charges of:
- Identity theft
- Mortgage fraud
- Tax fraud
- Credit card fraud
- False advertising, including telephone or fax machine marketing schemes
- Internet crimes, including Internet fraud, cybercrimes and online auction fraud
- Pyramid schemes
Because wire fraud and mail fraud often involve acceptance of cash transactions, it is not uncommon for money laundering charges to accompany alleged fraud.
Contact Our Wire Fraud Lawyers
Combating serious felony charges requires thorough investigation. If you have been indicted or believe that you are being investigated for fraud, the earlier you contact us to help defend you, the better chance our attorneys have of getting your charges dismissed or reduced. With more than 50 years of combined experience, we are well equipped to handle your defense in a major drug or white collar crime case — whether by negotiating reduced consequences or taking your case to trial.
If you are facing money laundering charges in conjunction with wire fraud or any other crime, contact the Law Offices of Richard J. Breibart, LLC. Call 866-645-8743 or contact us online.We serve the entire state, from McCormick County to Horry County and every place in between.
