Have you been charged with fraud? Are you under investigation for fraudulent activity in the area? If so, a fraud defense lawyer at our firm may be able to help you. Because of the seriousness of this crime, it is vital that you contact our firm as soon as possible to speak to a criminal defense attorney about the circumstances of your case. Our firm is made up of highly-qualified and experienced criminal defense lawyers who have a reputation for superior legal service and proven results. We have been rated in the top 5% of all U.S. law firms, which reflects the excellence and commitment of our legal team.
Fraud Cases
Fraud is a crime based on deception in which the offender purposely deceives his victims in order to gain money, property, assets, or services. Fraud can be conducted in a variety of ways, using many different types of schemes. Our criminal defense lawyers are adept at handling any type of fraud case. Below are examples of fraud that we defend:
- Mail fraud
- Bank fraud
- Insurance fraud
- Wire fraud
- Bankruptcy fraud
- Credit card fraud
- Check fraud
- Embezzlement
- Identity theft
- Forgery
- Investment fraud
- Securities fraud
- Tax fraud
- Insider trading
- Pyramid schemes
- Welfare fraud
- Health care fraud
- False advertising
- False billing
A person convicted of fraud may be charged with a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the nature of the crime, the number of persons defrauded, and the amount of money or assets lost by the victims. If convicted, you may be required to pay back lost money or damages. Other penalties include heavy fines, often in the realm of hundreds of thousands of dollars as well as imprisonment.
Don’t risk your freedom and future. Consult with a fraud defense attorney at our firm to ensure that your case is being handled in the most effective and aggressive way possible.