Money Laundering Defense in Atlanta

Defense for State & Federal Financial Investigations

A money laundering case may begin with a state prosecution, a federal investigation, or related charges involving an alleged criminal enterprise. Tevis Law Firm, LLC represents people facing these circumstances in Atlanta, including those who haven’t been indicted.

Attorney Brian Tevis previously defended clients charged with felony-level crimes in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office. We have defended more than 1,000 people in cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Attorney Tevis also holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Call (404) 907-2527 if you’re under investigation or have been charged with money laundering in Atlanta. We can review the accusations and explain where you’re in the criminal process.

State & Federal Money Laundering Cases in Atlanta

We defend cases prosecuted at both the state and federal levels. The alleged transactions, claimed source of the funds, and investigating authorities can determine whether a case proceeds through Georgia’s courts or the federal system.

Georgia has its own money laundering statute, O.C.G.A. § 7-1-915, which largely mirrors the principal federal statutes. Prosecutors may also file charges under the Georgia RICO Act or applicable currency-reporting laws. RICO refers to racketeer influenced and corrupt organizations. The Georgia RICO Act is often used in white-collar cases when prosecutors claim financial conduct formed part of a broader pattern of criminal activity.

We regularly represent people charged with money laundering and other serious offenses in Georgia’s federal court system. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia handles most federal cases filed in Atlanta.

Representation from Investigation Through Trial Preparation

A defense can begin before charges appear in a formal indictment. Early counsel can manage communications with federal agencies and assess the accusations before the person under investigation decides how to respond.

Our initial review covers the accusations, filed charging documents, available financial records, and information obtained during the investigation. From there, our criminal defense work may include investigative communications, analysis of the charges, negotiations, and trial preparation.

We have handled pre-indictment negotiations, jury trials, and cases in Atlanta’s major federal courts. Because the appropriate course depends on the evidence and procedural posture, we build each defense around the facts rather than assuming every financial investigation follows the same path.