Sale of Counterfeit Goods
The Blanch Law Firm is skilled at defending individuals and organizations against charges of selling counterfeit goods. Through exhaustive legal research, our attorneys provide outstanding representation that has resulted in dismissal of all charges or, where defensive measures were taken early enough, prevention of charges from even being filed.
The Blanch Law Firm is skilled at defending individuals and organizations against charges of selling counterfeit goods. Through exhaustive legal research, our attorneys provide outstanding representation that has resulted in dismissal of all charges or, where defensive measures were taken early enough, prevention of charges from even being filed.
Knowingly Selling Counterfeit Goods
Sale of counterfeit goods means that with intent to evade a lawful restriction on commerce in goods, you sold items bearing a false or copied trademark, or that you attempted to pass off imitations of a recognizable style of goods as the genuine article. Items that have been counterfeited or faked include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Apparel (clothes, sportswear, evening wear, shoes)
- Sporting goods
- Leather goods (handbags, purses, wallets, billfolds)
- Computer Software
- Pharmaceuticals
- Electronics
- Recordings (CDs, DVDs, audio/video tapes, music)
- Food Products
- Household items (porcelain, glass, leathers)
- Transportation machinery (replacement parts for airplanes, cars, motorcycles, and bicycles)
Defending Against a Charge of Sale of Counterfeit Goods
The Blanch Law Firm has been successful in utilizing valid legal defenses to establish the innocence of clients who were charged with this offense. For instance, if you reasonably believed that the goods you sold or distributed were not counterfeit, you are not guilty. Our attorneys demonstrate a client-centered concern that typifies the highest-quality legal representation.
Penalties for Counterfeit Trafficking, Including Seizure and Destruction of Counterfeit Goods
Penalties for counterfeit trafficking increase with the value of the faked items that were manufactured, sold or distributed. If their value exceeds one thousand dollars, you face 3 to 7 years' imprisonment. And if their value exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, you could go to prison for a term of 5 to 15 years. In addition, a judge has discretion to order that all your goods will be destroyed.
Law enforcement is cracking down more than ever on sale of counterfeit goods, deploying their best agents to prosecute violators-which is why you need the best possible defense.
Defending Against Sale and Distribution of Counterfeit Trademarks and Goods
The Blanch Law Firm has an exceptionally strong track record of defending against charges of counterfeited trademarks and fake goods offered for sale. Seasoned, thorough and dedicated, our attorneys carefully analyze criminal charges from a variety of viewpoints and exercise an innate sense of good judgment-an asset crucial to successful criminal defense-to produce a quality of work that is uniformly outstanding.
Contact Us
If you have been charged with sale of counterfeit goods, or their manufacture and distribution, don't wait to obtain expert criminal defense. To discuss your legal options in a free consultation, Contact The Blanch Law Firm by calling 917-472-9883 or 1-866-690-9316.
