Miami Fraud Defense Lawyers
About Fraud Charges & Penalties in Florida
“Fraud” is a term used to describe a broad range of criminal offenses on either a state or federal level, all related to theft by deception. Fraud is a type of theft crime that is committed by deceiving the victim into surrendering money or property, by way of misrepresentation, false statements, false reports, impersonation, etc. Following are some specific types of fraud:
- Insurance fraud
- Credit and debit card fraud
- Bank fraud
- Government fraud
- Internet fraud
- Healthcare fraud
- Wire fraud
- Mail fraud
- Pyramid schemes
- Bankruptcy fraud
- Mortgage loan fraud
Additionally, offenses such as identity theft, embezzlement, counterfeiting, and a number of other white collar crimes may be related to fraud. The penalties for fraud will vary depending on the particular offense as well, who was targeted, and the amount of money or value of property involved. Many types of fraud, however, are felony offenses and therefore may be punishable by imprisonment in a state correctional facility.
Consult a Miami Fraud Attorney
If you or someone you know was recently arrested for fraud, or you are under investigation for any criminal offense related to fraud, an attorney may be able to assist you in avoiding a conviction and maximum criminal penalties. Because fraud may be charged as a federal crime, you may be at risk of being prosecuted by federal attorneys based upon evidence collected by the FBI, SEC or other federal government agency. Their resources and manpower often extend much farther than those of state agencies.
Make sure you work with a Miami fraud defense lawyer who understands how to defend your rights in state or federal court, as well as a firm that has the resources to face off against federal agencies and prosecutors. Contact Remer & Georges-Pierre, PLLC today!
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