SANTA ANA, Orange County - A Brea CPA, Stephen Frlekin, was convicted of white collar crime, felony grand theft, felony money laundering and computer fraud. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison for stealing from an insurance company and using the money for his personal expenses. He pleaded guilty to 103 felony counts of money laundering and white collar sentencing enhancements. He was also ordered to repay $2.7 million in restitution. During the time he was working with the company, he took $2.7 million from the company bank account and put into his own personal account.
Under California law, White collar crimes, grand theft or fraud crimes are serious charge. It is usually charged with felony and it can be prosecuted at the State or Federal level, depending on the seriousness of the case. If convicted of committing a white collar crime in California , the punishment is usually very severe, and consequences are harsh. The punishment include: prison time, substantail fines and restitution. The punishment and consequences can severely impact a person's life, career and future, and it could also take away your business or professional license.
Our skilled Orange County criminal defense attorneys have handled wide range of white collar crimes and California Professional License Defense in the areas of Grand Theft, Bank Fraud, Computer fraud, Conspiracy, Embezzlement, Counterfeiting, Credit Card Fraud, Forgery, Fraud, Internet Fraud.
I f you have been charged with a white collar crime, Money Laundering. you should contact an Orange County white collar crime defense attorney or Southern California Professional License Defense attorney at the Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti as soon as possible for a free consultation at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com.
Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti, our experienced criminal defense lawyer have represented clients charged with both federal and State White Collar Crimes. Our Southern Callifornia White collar crime attorneys defended individuals throught out Southern California, Orange County, Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Fullerton, Costa Mesa, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, San Diego and any surrounding areas in Southern California.
