Wilmington Financial Crimes Defense Lawyer Ryan Stump Helped Client Avoid Jail Time in Felony Embezzlement Case

WILMINGTON, DE, April 30, 2013

North Carolina criminal defense attorney Ryan Stump recently represented a man who was accused of stealing money from his employer. The client was facing a charge of felony embezzlement. Mr. Stump, a graduate of the White Collar Criminal Defense College with an extensive background in the financial industry, was able to argue for a reduction of the financial criminal charge from a felony to a misdemeanor and avoid an active jail sentence for his client.

Attorney Stump's client was accused of embezzling more than $20,000 from a church that employed him as a bookkeeper. A felony embezzlement conviction could have meant several months in jail for Mr. Stump's client.

After reviewing the evidence it was clear to defense lawyer Ryan Stump that proper procedures were not put into place to prevent or bring attention to any financial wrongdoing at the church. Additionally, it was discovered that the church was made aware of its lack of sufficient oversight or checks and balances with its financial matters, but chose to take no steps to secure its own resources.

Defense attorney Ryan Stump developed the best embezzlement defense strategy based on his legal experience and knowledge of the law. He explained the personal factors at play in the alleged embezzlement that led to the questionable financial activity. He asserted that his client had acted without true malice, that he had shown remorse for his actions and had cooperated with the investigation.

Mr. Stump's strategy was successful; the Assistant District Attorney (ADA) agreed to reduce the felony embezzlement charge to a misdemeanor. The client will only serve one year of unsupervised probation and must complete 48 hours of community service.

At Roberts Law Group, PLLC, our criminal defense attorneys fight for the rights of the accused throughout North Carolina. With offices in Raleigh, Wilmington and Charlotte, our experienced lawyers offer a free initial consultation to anyone facing criminal charges including drunk driving, sex offenses, drug crimes, white collar crimes or other felony or misdemeanor in the North Carolina state or federal criminal justice system . When experience counts, put Roberts Law Group on your side.

For more information about defense lawyer Ryan Stump or to reach the legal team at Roberts Law Group, PLLC, for a free consultation, contact the firm online at www.wilmingtonlawteam.com or at 800-547-2016.

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