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Money Laundering

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Money Laundering is a serious crime under Mississippi and federal law and generally involves one or both of the following types of transactions:

 

  • Transactions involving specified criminal proceeds, that are designed to conceal the source of the funds, avoid transaction reporting requirements, or evade federal income taxes (“concealment money laundering”)

 

  • Transactions using funds to promote criminal activity (“promotion money laundering”)

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Prosecutors work to prove money laundering allegations through direct or circumstantial evidence. If you’ve been accused of money laundering, you need an aggressive and experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side who understands the complexities of money laundering cases and how to defend them. Gulfport, Mississippi, criminal defense attorney Sean Buckley is ready to fight for your legal rights and defend your reputation.

 

Prosecutors file criminal Money Laundering charges based on a wide range of allegations including:

 

  • Carrying large amounts of cash without proof of a legitimate source

  • Misuse of cryptocurrency or crypto investment funds

  • Receiving foreign wire transfers, disbursing funds to a third party, and keeping a percentage (“money mule laundering”)

  • Laundering cash through casinos (“casino laundering”)

  • Using money orders or cashier’s checks to divide bulk cash into smaller amounts (“smurfing” or “structuring”)

  • Using criminal proceeds to purchase jewelry, vehicles, or real estate

  • Blending illicit cash into the cash revenues of legitimate businesses

  • Concealing proceeds within financial institutions (“bank laundering”)

  • Transferring funds offshore and then sending the funds back (“round-tripping”)

  • Carrying undeclared cash in excess of $10,000 across U.S. borders

 

Criminal money laundering investigations and prosecutions typically stem from:

 

  • Traffic stops

  • Investigations into other suspected crimes

  • Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) generated by banks and transmitted to FinCEN

  • IRS Audits

  • Criminal referrals by state and federal agencies

  • Tips provided by confidential informants (CIs)

  • Discovery of undeclared cash at U.S. Customs checkpoints

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Money Laundering cases can be complex – but factual and legal defenses may be available. Regardless of the circumstances,

Gulfport - Biloxi, Mississippi, criminal defense attorney Sean Buckley is ready to fight for your legal rights and defend your reputation.

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What Legal Fees Should I Expect?

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As with any reputable law firm, we determine legal fees on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the complexity and seriousness of the matter, as well as the anticipated workload. In most cases, Mr. Buckley can determine the legal fee during the free initial consultation.

 

When Should I Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney?
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Contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately if you’ve been charged with Money Laundering or if you have reason to believe you’re under investigation. If you’re contacted by criminal investigators, consult with an attorney before making any statements. Never give police consent to search your computer, phone, car, home, or office without a warrant. And remember – your decision to hire

a criminal defense attorney with a proven track record in Money Laundering cases will be one of the most significant factors affecting the outcome of your case. 
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Regardless of the circumstances, and regardless of the Money Laundering allegations against you, Gulfport - Biloxi, Mississippi, criminal defense attorney Sean Buckley is ready to fight for your rights and defend your reputation.

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If you’ve been charged with a Money Laundering, or believe you may be under investigation, contact the Law Offices of Sean Buckley today to schedule your free consultation. We are here to fight for you and ensure you have the support you need!

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