Criminal Defense: Fraud
Fraud Defense Attorney
Defending People Facing Fraud Charges in Hawaii
If you have recently been arrested for fraud, it is important to speak with a Maui criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. It is tried as a felony and may be considered a state or federal offense. It is a charge that can be brought against anyone that attempts to use deceit or dishonesty in order to gain an advantage from someone. This advantage is usually money. A wide variety of crimes are considered to be fraud cases, such as:
- Bank fraud
- Credit card fraud
- False statements
- Falsifying documents
- Forgery
- Identity theft
- Mail fraud
- Tax fraud
- Welfare fraud
The common thing among all these different types of cases is that each involves an allegation that the defendant either made a knowing misrepresentation about the facts, or concealed some fact, and this was done in order to induce another person to give up some thing of value.
Too Much at Stake
The prosecution will attempt to prosecute you fully. In many cases, the government’s evidence gathered against you before trial may appear daunting. That’s why a person accused of an economic crime or an offense involving fraud needs an attorney who can can cut through the complex aspects of such prosecutions. There is too much at stake to enter the courtroom without skilled defense on your side. You should trust this type of case only to the most experienced attorneys.
Facing Fraud Charges?
Please don't hesitate to contact Maui criminal defense attorney Cary Virtue right away for a free and confidential initial consultation.