Charles's prosecutions included corruption by public officials, complex fraud, elder fraud, child exploitation, tax fraud, home title theft, health care fraud, wire fraud, bank fraud, international money laundering, violent crime, labor fraud, fraud against unions, and bank robberies. Charles held the rich and powerful accountable for any crimes, including lawyers and doctors, and he made sure to treat all victims with respect and dignity. He recovered millions of dollars for individual victims and governmental entities, including millions of dollars for Orange County.