Huntington Woods, MI Embezzlement Lawyer

Embezzlement Lawyer for Huntington Woods, Michigan

In Huntington Woods, misdemeanor embezzlement cases are adjudicated in the 45th District Court, while felony cases are addressed in the 6th Circuit Court. Embezzlement is regarded with utmost seriousness in Huntington Woods and can lead to substantial repercussions in your life. As a fully licensed law firm in Michigan, the Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC, is dedicated to safeguarding the rights of clients across Huntington Woods who are confronting allegations of embezzlement.

Embezzlement, White Collar Crime, and Fraud in Huntington Woods

Embezzlement charges encompass a wide range of offenses, including computer fraud, employee theft, credit card fraud, money transfers, counterfeit checks, forgery, and money laundering. Additionally, they may involve allegations of tax evasion, tax fraud, bank fraud, counterfeiting, extortion, blackmail, and insider trading. Leveraging our extensive experience in managing such cases, we are committed to achieving a favorable outcome for your embezzlement case.

As per the Michigan Penal Code, Embezzlement is defined as follows: A person who, as the agent, servant, or employee of another person, government entity within the state of Michigan, other legal entity, trustee, bailee, or custodian of the property of another person, fraudulently disposes of, transfers for personal use, or takes with the intent to convert to personal use without consent, any money or other personal property that has come into that person’s possession or that is under his or her control is guilty of embezzlement.

Consequences of Embezzlement

Embezzlement of money or property valued at less than $200 (misdemeanor): Jail time for up to 93 days and a fine of either $500 or 3 times the value of the money or property, whichever is greater.

Embezzlement of money or property valued at between $200 and $1,000, or less than $200 with a previous embezzlement conviction, or under $200 embezzled from a nonprofit or charitable organization (misdemeanor): Jail time of up to 1 year and a fine of either $1,000, or 3 times the value of the money or property, whichever is greater.

Embezzlement of money or property valued at between $1,000 and $20,000, or between $200 and $1,000 along with a previous conviction, or between $200 and $1,000 embezzled from a nonprofit or charitable organization (felony): Jail time of up to 5 years and a fine of up to $10,000, or 3 times the value of the money or property, whichever is greater.

Embezzlement of money or property valued at between $20,000 and $50,000, or between $1,000 and $20,000 along with a previous conviction, or between $1,000 and $20,000 embezzled from a nonprofit or charitable organization (felony): Jail time of up to 10 years and a fine of $15,000 or 3 times the value of the money or property, whichever is greater.

Embezzlement of money or property valued at between $50,000 and $100,000 (felony): Jail time of up to 15 years and a fine of $25,000 or 3 times the value of the money or property, whichever is greater.

Embezzlement of money or property valued at more than $100,000 (felony): Jail time of up to 20 years and a fine of up to $50,000 or 3 times the value of the money or property, whichever is greater.

Contact us for Huntington Woods Embezzlement Charges

If you or someone you know needs an embezzlement lawyer in Huntington Woods, Michigan, our experienced attorney at The Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC can help you. We offer clients a free initial consultation. To discuss your current legal situation, call us at (888) 399-7979 or contact us online.

Embezzlement Attorney for the 45th District Court

The 45th District Court is located at 13600 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, MI 48237

The 45th District Court judges are:

Honorable Michelle Friedman Appel

Honorable Jamie Horowitz

Embezzlement Lawyer for the 6^th Circuit Court

The 6^th Circuit Court is located at 1200 N. Telegraph, Pontiac, MI 48341

The 6^th Circuit Court judges are:

Honorable Martha D. Anderson

Honorable Mary Ellen Brennan

Honorable David M. Cohen

Honorable Jacob James Cunningham

Honorable Nanci J. Grant

Honorable Jeffery S. Matis

Honorable Cheryl A. Matthews

Honorable Phyllis McMillen

Honorable Daniel Patrick O’Brien

Honorable Yasmine I. Poles

Honorable Kwame L. Rowe

Honorable Victoria A. Valentine

Honorable Michael Warren

We can be reached 24/7 at 888-399-7979 for a free consultation regarding your Huntington Woods embezzlement case.