Protecting Your Future Against Fraud Charges
Strategic Defense for Financial and White-Collar Crimes
Fraud charges can have serious legal and financial consequences, leading to hefty fines, prison time, and a permanent criminal record. Prosecutors often pursue these cases aggressively, using bank records, digital evidence, and financial transactions to build their case. At Blankenship Law, we analyze financial documents, challenge weak evidence, and expose procedural errors to build a powerful defense.
Fraud Defense FAQs
What are common types of fraud charges?
Fraud charges include identity theft, credit card fraud, check fraud, wire fraud, mortgage fraud, forgery, and embezzlement. These crimes can be charged as misdemeanors or felonies, depending on the amount of money involved.
Can fraud charges be dismissed?
Yes. If there is insufficient evidence, a lack of intent, or procedural violations, charges may be dropped or reduced. Many fraud cases involve clerical errors, misinterpretations, or wrongful accusations that we aggressively challenge.
What are the penalties for a fraud conviction?
Fraud penalties vary based on the amount of money or property involved. Misdemeanor fraud charges can lead to up to one year in jail, while felony fraud can result in years of prison time and substantial fines.
Will a fraud conviction stay on my record forever?
Yes, but some fraud convictions can be expunged after a waiting period. Misdemeanor fraud convictions may qualify for expungement after five years, while felonies require eight years or more. We evaluate eligibility and assist in the expungement process.
How can an attorney help defend a fraud case?
We analyze financial records, challenge digital evidence, investigate procedural violations, and negotiate reduced sentences. Our experience as former prosecutors gives us an advantage in understanding how the government builds financial crime cases—and how to fight them.