White Collar Crime in Indianapolis
A white collar crime or fraud charge can involve multiple witnesses, a lengthy investigation with informants and a complex paper trail that takes a forensic accountant months to pick apart. Attorneys Lynn Bibbs — a former Deputy Prosecutor and former JAG officer who prosecuted credit card rings in the military — and Israel Nunez Cruz — a former Master Court Commissioner in Marion County — have shown a willingness to do what it takes to provide a strong criminal defense.
We are not shy when it comes to poring over documents in order to find out where the problems are in the prosecution's case. We are particularly good at finding weaknesses in the prosecution's case because, as a former prosecutor and a former judicial officer, we understand what evidence is needed to prove our case.
Often, experts and consultants must be retained for forensic accounting or expert testimony.
Representative case: Our clients, a husband and wife, were charged with 13 counts of mortgage and welfare fraud and conspiracy to defraud the Indianapolis Housing Agency. Ms. Bibbs and her co-counsel won a suppression hearing based on the assertion that the police used an unconstitutional search warrant. All 13 charges against the defendants were dismissed.
Staying Out of Jail and Out of the News
In a fraud or other white collar crime case, it may be just as important to keep one's name out of the papers as it is to avoid jail time. We are lawyers who understand how to say enough to the press so the prosecution doesn't damage the case by trying it in the news, but not say too much to give any hints regarding the defensive strategy.
The types of white collar crime charges for which Cruz and Bibbs P.C., would provide a strong defense include:
- Mortgage fraud
- Securities fraud
- Embezzlement
- Welfare fraud
- IRS cases
- Tax fraud
- Check fraud
Potential clients should keep in mind that experts can be hired to unravel computer records or accounting records and provide advice regarding current SEC codes. A criminal defense attorney is the critical link between the business or financial world and the legal world of case law.
If you have been charged with a white collar crime or fraud charge in Marion County or the surrounding area, contact Cruz and Bibbs P.C. to protect your rights and receive advocacy to help you seek to avoid jail and minimize the consequences. Call 317-638-7411 to schedule an initial consultation. Se Habla Espanol.
