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Experienced Defense Attorney For Money Laundering Charges In Hawai’i

Money laundering allegations can devastate your professional reputation and threaten your entire future. As a skilled Honolulu lawyer, I understand that facing money laundering charges in Hawai’i requires immediate, strategic action to protect your rights and preserve your freedom.

I am Bill Harrison, a criminal defense attorney with more than 40 years of legal experience and founder of Harrison Law Center. As your lawyer, I will utilize my extensive trial experience, investigative skills and network of legal connections to mount an aggressive defense against money laundering charges and protect your interests.

Understanding Money Laundering

Money laundering involves the process of making illegally obtained money appear legal through a series of complex financial transactions. Federal prosecutors must typically prove three key elements in a money laundering case:

  • The defendant conducted or attempted to conduct a financial transaction with proceeds known to be from unlawful activity.
  • The defendant knew the transaction was designed to conceal the nature, location, source, ownership or control of the proceeds.
  • The defendant intended to promote the carrying on of the specified unlawful activity.

The government takes these charges extremely seriously, often pursuing maximum penalties that can include substantial fines and lengthy prison sentences.

Complex Federal Prosecutions In Hawai’i

In Hawai’i, money laundering charges rarely stand alone. Federal prosecutors frequently combine these allegations with other serious federal crimes, including drug trafficking, fraud and various white collar offenses. This stacking of charges serves as additional leverage in prosecution, potentially increasing the severity of penalties you face. Success in these cases requires an attorney who thoroughly understands both state and federal prosecution strategies, as well as the complex interplay between different criminal statutes.

Strategic Defense From Day One

Early intervention is essential in money laundering cases, as crucial evidence and financial records must be preserved and analyzed immediately. When you work with me as your defense attorney, I will begin by conducting a comprehensive review of all financial documentation and transaction records. My approach combines aggressive defense strategies with meticulous attention to detail, making sure that every aspect of your case receives thorough consideration. Through careful investigation and strategic planning, we can identify and exploit weaknesses in the prosecution’s case while building a strong defense.

Get In Touch Today

If you’re under investigation or have been charged with money laundering anywhere in Hawai’i, including Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Molokai and Lanai, contact me in Honolulu at 808-501-0408 or reach out online to schedule a consultation.