Fraud investigations require careful review of spreadsheets, emails, and bank statements. We examine the government's interpretation of the records and the evidence of intent.
A key issue in many fraud cases — the applicable statute and evidence determine what prosecutors must prove
A Houston fraud investigation may proceed through Harris County authorities or federal prosecutors in the Southern District of Texas. A subpoena is not the same as a criminal charge, and a financial loss alone does not establish fraud. Preserve records and get advice about the issuing agency, response deadline, privilege, and the specific statute involved before responding.
White-collar allegations can arise in state court under the Texas Penal Code or in federal court under statutes covering wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud, healthcare fraud, and money laundering. They frequently begin with an audit, a civil dispute, a bank's suspicious activity report, or a subpoena for business records, long before anyone is charged.
These cases tend to rest on large volumes of documents and on the government's interpretation of them. A careful defense examines loss calculations, the reliability of summary charts, who actually prepared and approved transactions, and whether communications show honest belief rather than intent to deceive. Advice from accountants or other professionals can also be relevant.
We handle these matters discreetly. Whether you are a business owner, an employee, or a professional caught up in an investigation, we explain the process, assess your exposure realistically, and pursue the strategy that fits the evidence. We do not promise outcomes; we promise preparation and candor.
Fraud Matters We Defend
Federal charges that hinge on a scheme to defraud and specific intent. We test whether alleged misrepresentations were material and knowingly made.
Pandemic relief and lending applications reviewed line by line, including payroll documentation, use of funds, and who prepared the submissions.
Billing, coding, and kickback allegations involving Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurers, where documentation practices and medical necessity are often disputed.
Allegations of misappropriated business funds. We examine authority, accounting practices, and whether a civil dispute is being framed as a crime.
Charges based on account access, device data, or transaction records. We challenge attribution and how digital evidence ties activity to a specific person.
Allegations tied to the movement of funds. We scrutinize the underlying offense, knowledge of the source of funds, and the government's tracing analysis.
Where Your Case Lives
The same conduct can be investigated by Harris County authorities, federal agencies, or both. Which system holds the case changes the rules, the timeline, and the decisions you need to make early.
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