Texas Environmental Crime Attorneys
If you have been accused of environmental crimes, contact our defense lawyers
White collar environmental crime charges are rare, but the circumstances are often complex, and the consequences can be severe. In addition to substantial fines, damage to your professional reputation, and potential imprisonment are possible outcomes.
At Botsford & Roark, we understand the gravity of these charges and are here to provide you with the strong legal defense you need. Our Austin, TX environmental crimes lawyers are committed to safeguarding your rights, reputation, and future. If you're confronting white collar environmental crime charges in Texas, we urge you to reach out to us for a free and confidential case evaluation. Our case results include:
- The closure of a state investigation of a corporate employee for alleged violations of state environmental laws
Types of Texas environmental crimes and penalties
In Texas, environmental crimes encompass a range of offenses related to government regulations and corporate compliance. Environmental cases handled by our defense attorneys often involve allegations of:
- Environmental violations. These charges can arise from actions that harm the environment, such as illegal disposal of hazardous materials, improper storage of chemicals, or violations of clean air and water regulations. Penalties may include substantial fines and imprisonment.
- Fraudulent reporting. Falsifying environmental compliance records, misrepresenting emissions data, or providing false information to regulatory agencies can lead to fraud charges. Convictions may result in hefty fines and imprisonment.
- Illegal discharge or dumping. Unlawful discharge of pollutants into water bodies or unauthorized dumping of waste materials can lead to criminal charges. Penalties may involve significant fines, imprisonment, and mandatory cleanup costs.
Let us help you find your way forward. Contact us today
If you are facing environmental crime charges in Central Texas, do not navigate this complex legal terrain alone. Contact Botsford & Roark today for a confidential and complimentary case evaluation. Let us put our decades of criminal defense legal experience to work for you. Our law firm has the knowledge, resources, and connections in the legal community to get results.