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Fraud Lawyers
Fraud charges allege deception for financial gain — wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud, securities fraud, and related offenses. Many fraud cases are prosecuted in federal court, where investigations can run for months or years before charges are filed. The penalties often scale with the dollar amount involved. The attorneys below defend people facing fraud charges.
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Common questions
What is the difference between civil and criminal fraud?
Civil fraud is a lawsuit seeking money damages; criminal fraud is prosecuted by the government and can lead to prison. The same conduct can sometimes trigger both.
Why are fraud cases often federal?
Using the mail, wires, or banks in the scheme gives federal prosecutors jurisdiction. Federal cases follow different procedures and sentencing rules than state cases.
What are common defenses?
Lack of intent to deceive is central — the government must prove you meant to defraud. Other defenses challenge the evidence, the loss calculation, or whether the conduct actually violated the statute.
What should I do if I am under investigation?
Do not talk to investigators without counsel. Preserve documents, do not delete anything, and get an attorney involved early — the investigation stage shapes the whole case.