Have state or federal prosecutors or securities regulators accused you of committing investment fraud crimes in Colorado Springs? A conviction on investment fraud charges could have devastating effects on every aspect of your life. That is why you need dedicated legal counsel to protect your freedom and future.
Contact Peakstone Law Group for a free initial case evaluation with our investment fraud defense attorneys in Colorado to discuss your charges and options for fighting them. The consultation is completely confidential and comes with no further obligations.
Why Choose Peakstone Law Group’s Securities Litigation Defense Team?
When you face serious criminal charges like those involving investment fraud, your choice of defense attorneys could mean the difference between severe penalties and being able to move on with your life. Turn to the fraud defense attorneys from Peakstone Law Group to advocate for your rights and interests because:
- We treat you like a person, not a case file. When we discuss your case with you, we will use language that is easy to understand, rather than legalese. Our team will provide the straightforward advice you need to make informed decisions about your case.
- Our team can talk with you 24/7 by text, chat, or phone. You will never have to worry about when your lawyer will respond to your calls or emails.
- We do everything we can to make facing criminal prosecution as easy as possible for you. We send text reminders of court dates and have an interactive client portal where you can share information and check the status of your case.
- Our lawyers are ready to develop a legal strategy tailored to your situation after thoroughly reviewing the facts and evidence in your case.
- Our firm has a proven track record of obtaining successful results for clients facing criminal prosecution.
As one of our clients wrote about their experiences working with Peakstone Law Group:
“I interviewed five lawyers before deciding to hire Patterson Weaver. That was the best decision I ever made because I was facing a DUI charge for prescription medication. Patterson quickly explained to me the strengths and weaknesses of my case. The district attorney’s office offered me a plea to DWAI initially. Patterson advised me to decline and set the case for trial, which we did. Well it didn’t even ever get to trial, because Patterson filed a bunch of motions and won the motions hearing! The case was completely dismissed and sealed. The best outcome I could have asked for.”
What Is Investment Fraud?
The term “investment fraud” refers to criminal offenses involving securities, such as stocks, bonds, and other business ownership interests. Investment fraud occurs when a party uses deceptive practices to obtain investment money from victims for fraudulent or non-existent investment opportunities or to manipulate investment markets for the perpetrator’s financial benefit.
Investment fraud can involve criminal offenses such as violations of securities laws, mail fraud, wire fraud, or bank fraud.
Types of Investment Fraud Charges in Colorado Springs
At Peakstone Law Group, our investment fraud attorneys can help you face the legal system when dealing with investment fraud charges involving offenses such as:
- Failure to register securities
- Materially false or misleading disclosures
- Omissions
- Securities fraud
- Insider trading
- Market manipulation
- Embezzlement
- Money laundering
Potential Defense Strategies for Individuals Facing Investment Fraud Charges
A defendant may have several strong defenses available to them, depending on the nature of the investment fraud charges they face. Some examples include the following:
- Lack of intent to deceive or commit fraud – A defendant may argue that they did not act with the level of criminal intent required by the charged statute or had no intent to defraud victims. For example, defendants may assert a good-faith belief in the legality of their conduct or the truthfulness of their statements or disclosures.
- Veracity of disclosures – A defendant charged with investment fraud for making false or misleading disclosures or statements may defend against the charges by proving the truthfulness of the statements.
- Non-materiality – Defendants may argue that investors would not have found the defendants’ false or misleading statements or disclosure material to their investing decisions.
- Unlawfully obtained evidence – A defendant may fight the prosecution’s case by moving to exclude evidence from the case, arguing that investigators obtained the evidence through unlawful searches or wiretaps.
Penalties You Could Face if Convicted of Investment Fraud
The penalties and legal implications associated with a conviction on investment fraud charges will depend on the specific offenses charged and other circumstances in a defendant’s case, including the defendant’s criminal history and the aggravating or mitigating factors in the case. A criminal sentence for investment fraud may include prison time, fines, and restitution obligations, which require the defendant to reimburse the victims of the crime for the financial losses they suffered.
State and federal securities regulators can also pursue civil enforcement actions against investment fraud incidents involving complex financial transactions. Regulators can impose fines for investment fraud offenses, order disgorgement of ill-gotten profits from investment fraud, and ban offenders from offering securities in the future.
Moreover, an investment fraud conviction can have other long-term consequences beyond criminal and civil penalties. For example, the stigma of having a criminal record can make it more challenging to pursue employment or business opportunities.
How Our Colorado Springs Fraud Defense Attorneys Can Help
If state or federal prosecutors have charged you with investment fraud, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) defense attorneys of Peakstone Law Group want to help you defend your rights and reputation from criminal prosecution by:
- Independently investigating your securities fraud case to obtain all available evidence
- Explaining your charges and the potential outcomes of your case to you to help you make informed decisions
- Identifying potential defense strategies by reviewing the facts and evidence
- Vigorously contesting the prosecution’s case at each stage, including seeking to exclude evidence or reduce or dismiss your charges
- Fighting for the best possible outcome for your charges, even when that means going to trial
The legal penalties you face for alleged fraud are serious, and you deserve skilled legal representation to mount an equally serious defense. Let a securities fraud defense attorney from Peakstone Law Group fight to protect your reputation, freedom, and future from the potential consequences of a conviction.
Contact our firm today for a free, confidential consultation with our Colorado investment fraud lawyers to discuss your options for seeking a favorable resolution to your criminal charges.