Skilled Legal Guidance When You Face Charges of Government Fraud in Florida

White-collar law firm in Jacksonville protecting your rights

Anyone who allegedly has obtained money from the government through deception or false statements faces charges of government fraud. When the government is victim and prosecutor, defendants need immediate representation by a white-collar crime attorney with extensive experience defending clients in Jacksonville within this specialized area of the law. The attorneys at Fallgatter Catlin & Varon, P.A. regularly defend clients against many types of government fraud charges, including the following:

• Procurement and contractor fraud: You can commit fraud when submitting a bid for government supplies or services or by using bribery to get the bid accepted. This type can also involve fraudulent billing activities and a host of other practices.
• False claims and statements: When someone makes false claims and statements to obtain funds from him or her, state or federal governments can levy serious charges that carry harsh penalties. This type of criminal activity may involve such government transactions as Social Security claims, defense contracts or healthcare company fraud.
• Medicare/Medicaid fraud: Perhaps the most typical example of this type of government fraud is when healthcare providers file to collect for procedures they never performed or when they overstate the costs of treatment.

Ignorance of the law may be a defense

Ignorance of the law is generally not a valid defense for a Jacksonville white-collar crime. However the False Claims Act includes a knowledge requirement that may make such a defense valid. In Jacksonville, as throughout the country, white-collar crime law looks at what the defendant may be reasonably expected to know about the law. A government fraud attorney in FL who can show a valid misunderstanding of the law combined with honorable intent typically can secure a client’s acquittal for this type of crime. We are experienced Jacksonville white-collar criminal defense lawyers who know how to assess each case to provide the best representation for our clients.

Talk to a lawyer before you talk to an investigator

Making a false statement to a federal agent about an investigation is a federal crime. Many otherwise innocent people have faced prosecution months or years later for something a federal agent remembers him or her saying, even when the agent has no notes or other proof. Please do not let this happen to you — seek representation from our experienced white-collar crime attorneys in Jacksonville.

Contact an experienced government fraud defense attorney in Jacksonville

Jacksonville white-collar crime prosecutions are becoming more frequent in these troubled times. If you face investigation or charges of allegedly committing government fraud, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer to represent you and protect your rights — immediately. Fallgatter Catlin & Varon, P.A. has extensive experience in federal and state criminal cases, along with years of federal prosecutor experience. We understand the intricate investigation strategies used by federal agencies to indict and attempt to convict those accused of white-collar crime.

Contact us online or call our office today at 904-353-5800 to schedule a consultation at no cost or obligation to discuss your concerns.