If you, or someone you know is under investigation or had been arrested for counterfeiting money or goods, contact Los Angeles Defense Lawyer Robert M. Bernstein. With his background as a former prosecutor and experience as a federal criminal defense attorney, Mr. Bernstein has the experience and skills to provide you with the highest level legal defense.
A Counterfeit is a copy or replica of an item, particularly legal tender or currency, but more often now related to clothing, software or other tangible goods. This is usually considered a white collar crime in which an individual or organization will create counterfeit items, usually with the intention of selling them or passing them off as originals. In the case of currency, counterfeiting can result in a prison sentence of up to 15 years, along with serious fines. Counterfeiting charges are actively and aggressively prosecuted by federal prosecutors.
Counterfeiting crimes also includes goods such as designer clothes, watches and jewelry. Additionally, counterfeiting may be used in the commission of credit card fraud, when credit cards are recreated or copied in order to make fraudulent or unauthorized charges.
No matter the specific counterfeiting charges you face, it is important to consult a federal defense attorney as soon as possible. By acting quickly to consult and hire an attorney, you give yourself the best chance at success in the outcome of your case. Counterfeiting charges are serious, and federal agencies and prosecutors will do their best to obtain a conviction and have maximum penalties enforced. But by having a skilled federal attorney on your side who is actively asserting your rights, you can prevail.
The Law Offices of Robert M. Bernstein are located in Beverly Hills, California and help clients facing counterfeiting charges throughout Los Angeles and the entire state of California. Licensed to practice in both State and Federal Court, and experienced in both, Los Angeles counterfeiting defense lawyer Robert Bernstein has what it takes to offer the most qualified legal defense to those individuals who have been charged with, or are under investigation for counterfeiting.