02 · Assets & economy
Offenses against the development regime
Criminal advice on offenses against the development regime.
The area
Criminal defense in offenses against the development regime
Offenses against the development regime comprise conduct that affects the economic order, resources and public policies underpinning the country’s development. Their investigation often requires technical and specialized evidence.
At TREU Abogados we take on the defense of persons under investigation and the representation of victims, with legal strategies suited to the particular nature of each proceeding.
Every case demands a different strategy. The difference lies not only in knowing the law, but in knowing how to build a theory of the case capable of withstanding every stage of the criminal proceeding.
How we work
How we handle your case
Comprehensive legal analysis
We carry out a complete study of the facts, the available evidence and the procedural situation to identify risks and opportunities and to define the most suitable strategy from the outset.
Procedural strategy design
Every proceeding requires its own planning. We build a solid theory of the case, determine the relevant means of evidence and establish the best legal course to protect our client’s interests.
Ongoing defense and representation
We accompany every stage of the criminal procedure, from the preliminary investigation to the final resolution, providing technical, strategic and results-oriented representation.
Scope of defense
Offenses we handle
In the area of offenses against the development regime, we take on your defense or representation in these offenses.
Tap any offense to see what it involves and the penalty under the COIP.
Unexplained private enrichment
Increasing one's own or another person's assets, directly or through front men, by more than 200 basic salaries without being able to explain where that money came from.
Penalty: 3 to 5 years in prison.
Art. 297 COIP
Tax fraud
Deceiving the tax authority (SRI or others) to pay less tax or none at all. For example, keeping two sets of books, using invoices for nonexistent transactions or from shell companies, or failing to hand over withheld taxes on time.
Penalty: depending on the conduct, 1 to 7 years in prison; 7 to 10 if withheld taxes not handed over, or taxes improperly refunded, exceed 100 basic salaries.
Art. 298 COIP
Frequently asked questions
What clients usually ask us
What kind of conduct does this area comprise?
It covers various conduct related to the economic order and State resources. Its analysis requires a particular legal assessment in each case.
What should I do if I receive a summons from the Prosecutor’s Office to give a statement?
It is advisable to obtain legal advice before appearing. The statement you give may affect the course of the investigation, so it is important to understand beforehand your rights and the legal implications of each step.
At what stage can a lawyer intervene?
Early intervention is often decisive. Having counsel from the preliminary investigation allows timely strategic decisions, the preservation of evidence and the proper protection of the client’s rights throughout the proceeding.
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