Financial crime includes offences such as fraud, money laundering and embezzlement.
With a fraud, an individual uses intentional deception to take dishonest advantage, usually of money, property or services. Fraud can occur in a range of situations and can include VAT or HMRC fraud, benefit fraud, business or insurance fraud.
Money laundering is the process where illegal proceeds of criminal activities are disguised to appear to come from legitimate sources.
Embezzlement is when someone secretly takes funds that belongs to their employer or takes money that is placed in their trust.
If you are accused of or charged with a financial crime, it is important to take legal advice as soon as possible. We can advise you on your options and represent you through the investigation process and at court if criminal charges are taken by the Procurator Fiscal.