With the advent of the internet and unprotected electronic data, criminal opportunities for fraud have skyrocketed. Law enforcement agencies have since allocated many more resources and man-power to pursing and prosecuting fraud suspects.
As a white collar crime that involves interstate commerce and online activity, fraud is tried in federal court. This means that penalties and the investigation process will be much more extreme.
In order to protect yourself, you need to contact us. Whether you have already been charged, or you believe you are being investigated for fraud, call The Meranda Law Firm LTD to schedule an appointment.
Fraud is defined as a crime of intentional deception for the purpose of personal gain or harming another person. To prove that fraud was committed, the prosecution must prove that:
Fraud can involve a number of different criminal charges, including:
If you are convicted of fraud, then your reputation, future employment, and freedom are all at risk.
You can't go up against the FBI and other federal agencies by yourself. With our help; however, you may be able to overcome their damaging evidence. At The Meranda Law Firm LTD, we can develop a number of defense strategies, including:
Don't delay in contacting our team if you have been arrested for fraud, or think you may be getting investigated. The sooner that we begin defending you, the better chances you have.
For the assistance of a legal firm that is completely dedicated to your success, contact a Columbus fraud attorney as soon as possible.