A conviction for a public corruption charge can have severe consequences, including prison sentences and significant fines. Individuals and companies may also lose business opportunities and face reputational damage. Norman Spencer Law Group is committed to helping individuals and companies combat Federal Corruption charges. We understand the seriousness of these charges and are well-versed in all aspects of federal bribery and corruption laws.
Criminal investigations into corruption charges typically focus on violations of public trust or abuse of power. Government officials, public employees and politicians are the most likely to be investigated for these types of offenses. However, private individuals who interact with public employees can also be targets for corruption investigations. In these cases, investigators may seek to uncover violations of the Travel Act, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, honest services fraud statute, and mail and wire fraud statutes.
The most common form of corruption involves the offering or acceptance of bribes. Bribes can take a variety of forms, including cash, personal favors and benefits such as free travel, property or entertainment, or special privileges, contracts, loans, and services. Often, these are not one-time transactions but ongoing relationships that prosecutors seek to prove.
In addition to severe criminal penalties, a bribery or corruption conviction can ruin an individual’s career and cause irreparable harm to family, friends, and financial stability. Convictions can lead to loss of employment, loss of professional licenses and accreditation, and revocation of government contracts and licenses.