White Collar Crime

What is a white collar offense?

White-collar crime refers to a broad assortment of serious, though nonviolent, offenses usually conducted by corporate or government professionals, and that are typically financially-motivated.

White-collar crime refers to crimes of theft and deception, such as:

  • Tax evasion

  • Insurance fraud

  • Counterfeiting

  • Credit card fraud

  • Computer fraud

  • Embezzlement

  • Insider trading

  • Investment schemes

  • Money laundering

  • And more

For most people accused of white-collar crime in Texas, this marks their introduction to the criminal justice system. It’s especially frightening because the majority of these crimes are classified as felonies, and the government is seeking a large fine or prison sentence to justify the time and resources spent on the case. 

White-collar cases are also complex because the investigation doesn’t merely consist of a police officer observing criminal activity from a squad car, but rather, federal or Texas state investigators often spending years “connecting the dots” in bank and accounting records in order to nail down a suspect.

Therefore, it’s essential to hire a criminal defense attorney with ample experience handling large-scale cases. You’ll also likely want an attorney licensed to practice both Texas state and federal law.

Few white-collar defense lawyers in Austin can do both— but Chris Perri is one of them.


Award-winning criminal defense firm, Chris Perri Law, can help.

Usually, the alleged white-collar scheme involves multiple people, but the police assume that everyone had full knowledge of the conspiracy. That’s often not the case. You may have been an innocent bystander who had no idea of the depths of fraud that your co-workers were involved in. Chris Perri Law can help prove that the arrest was wrongful and unjust.

Regardless of your role in the matter, you deserve a fair defense.

Just because the investigative reports are lengthy and detailed doesn’t mean the government has a fool-proof case. An award-winning attorney, Chris Perri has a long track record of proving single-minded investigators wrong. With over 15 years of experience, he excels at simplifying seemingly complex issues so that you are not convicted based on the sheer volume of complicated evidence presented to the jury. In fact, many other attorneys often to turn Chris Perri for help understanding the law.

If you or someone you know is under suspicion, protect your legal rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution. Never talk to an official or answer questions until you have talked to an attorney who is qualified to defend alleged white-collar crime, such as Chris Perri. 

Whether the charge is brought by federal prosecutors or the state of Texas, Chris Perri has your back. He will fight zealously to protect your future. Don’t wait any longer. For a free consultation, Call Chris Perri at (512) 269-0260 today.