Conspiracy Charges

You do not always need to perform an illegal act to be charged with a crime. Involvement in the planning of a crime may be enough to warrant criminal prosecution. When two or more people plan an illegal act, they may be accused of conspiring. Conspiracy charges are intended to punish those persons who align themselves with a criminal act, even if only through thought and discussion.

If you have been charged with conspiracy, it is essential to speak with a lawyer before divulging information to authorities. Contact Austin criminal defense attorney Ian Inglis, P.C., to discuss your situation with a tenacious and experienced legal representative. Your freedom and legal rights must be protected vigorously, and you can rest assured that they will be. Contact us today at 512-472-1950 for a free consultation.

Types of Conspiracy Crimes

There are two basic forms of conspiracy crimes. In order for the crime to be described as a conspiracy, two or people must be involved in one of the following:

• Planning to commit an illegal act
• Planning to use illegal actions to reach a legal goal

Whichever may be alleged in your case, it is important that you avoid speaking with law enforcement officers in the absence of legal counsel.

Defending Yourself

There are many defense strategies used to fight conspiracy charges. Lack of sufficient evidence is a flaw in many conspiracy cases. Ian Inglis can help find holes in the prosecution's case and bring these to the attention of the judge or jury. In some cases, penalties may be lessened by giving information to the authorities that implicates co-conspirators. If you have played a role in the planning of a criminal act, exhibiting remorse by cooperating with the authorities may help.

Contact Us

You do not have to face these serious charges alone. Experienced Austin conspiracy defense attorney Ian Inglis, P.C., is dedicated to helping clients to present their cases forcefully. Contact us today by calling 512-472-1950.