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Defense of Bribery Charges
In many countries throughout the world, bribery is a way of life.
However, commercial and official bribery in the United States is illegal. If you have been charged with bribery, extortion, or public corruption, it is important to speak to a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. You need to understand the charges you are facing and the potential penalties. Then, you need to discuss your defense options with an experienced lawyer.
Contact our law office in New York City to find out about your defense options. Call 646-257-4268 or 866-407-4034.
Understanding Bribery Charges
In bribery, one person attempts to influence another by offering money or other goods. This is a very common practice in many countries throughout the world, both in business and politics. While it may technically be illegal in other countries, it is often practiced with impunity. Many people who come to the U.S. are surprised when they have been charged with a crime for doing something that is simply the way business is conducted in their home country.
If you have been charged with bribery, your charges may be related to any of the following:
- Giving illegal gratuities
- Commercial bribery
- Bribing a police officer
- Bribing a witness
- Attempting to influence public servants by giving them money (Our firm has a thorough understanding of The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits U.S. businesses from bribing foreign governments.)
We know that in any case, it is important to fully understand the client's intent and thought processes which led up to his or her committing the acts charged. Sometimes, we are able to obtain a good result for a client based in part, on cultural differences If the case goes to trial, attorney Jonathan Marks will apply more than 30 years of trial experience in fighting criminal charges.
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For effective and focused defense of bribery, public corruption, and similar criminal charges, contact us for a free consultation.
