Houston Counterfeiting Attorney

Counterfeiting is the selling or manufacturing of an item that is “identical to or substantially indistinguishable from a protected mark the use or production of which is not authorized by the owner of the protected mark.” (Texas Penal Code Section 32.23)

In the state of Texas it is considered a form of white-collar crime, one that can get you into serious trouble if a prosecution is reached.

If you or someone you love has been charged with counterfeiting, contact the law office of the Houston Criminal Lawyer.

Under the Texas state penal code, the consequences of counterfeiting are as follows:

Class C misdemeanor if the retail value of the item or service is less than $20.
Class B misdemeanor if the retail value of the item or service is $20 or more but less than $500.
Class A misdemeanor if the retail value of the item or service is $500 or more but less than $1,500.
State jail felony if the retail value of the item or service is $1,500 or more but less than $20,000.
Felony of the third degree if the retail value of the item or service is $20,000 or more but less than $100,000.
Felony of the second degree if the retail value of the item or service is $100,000 or more but less than $200,000.
Felony of the first degree if the retail value of the item or service is $200,000 or more.

At our law office of the Houston Criminal Lawyer, we aggressively represent clients who have been charged with or are under investigation for a white collar crime such as counterfeiting. With our years of experience we can successfully and effectively fight your case in a court of law. Houston white collar crime attorney Tad Nelson handles cases in Houston, Texas and various other surrounding communities. Contact our office today for a FREE no obligation consultation with an experienced Houston criminal lawyer.