Theft And Fraud
Theft And Fraud Charges In Central Ohio
People find themselves in a variety of circumstances that lead to accusations of theft and/or fraud. Some intentionally broke the rules, while others did not understand the rules or just made mistakes. While their circumstances vary, they all have one thing in common: they need an effective attorney to represent them because a conviction for a theft or fraud offense can have serious consequences.
Various Charges For Ohio Theft And Fraud Offenses
- Theft is generally defined as exerting control over another’s property or services without their consent. Theft includes embezzlement from an employer and theft offenses involving vehicles.
- Misuse Of Credit Cards includes procuring a credit card by deception and obtaining property or services using a credit card when the card was obtained illegally.
- Forgery includes forging the document of another without that person’s authority and uttering (presenting) a forged document.
- Medicaid Fraud includes making misleading representations to obtain payment under the medical assistance program and accepting payment for services in addition to the payments from the medical assistance program.
- Insurance Fraud is generally making a fraudulent insurance claim or application.
- Worker’s Compensation Fraud is generally receiving worker’s compensation benefits to which the person is not entitled.
- Identity Fraud is possessing or using personal identifying information of another without the other’s consent and posing as that person or representing the other person’s information as their own.
Penalties For Theft And Fraud Charges
Theft and fraud offenses may be misdemeanors or felonies, usually depending on the value of the property or services stolen. These offenses involve possible incarceration, fines, probation, and restitution. A conviction for a theft or fraud offense becomes a permanent public record carrying a stigma of dishonesty that can greatly affect one’s reputation and employment opportunities.
Representation For Theft And Fraud Offenses In Central Ohio
When I represent a client in a theft or fraud case, I conduct an investigation of the facts, review the evidence, research the applicable law, file motions to suppress unlawfully obtained evidence, negotiate with prosecutors, and try the case to a jury if appropriate. I communicate with you regularly and give you an educated evaluation of your case so you can make fully informed decisions about your situation. In some cases, the allegation cannot be proven. If a charge can be proven, maybe you made a mistake, and I will work to achieve a resolution that improves the outcome of your situation.
Central Ohio Lawyer For Theft And Fraud Cases
Being charged with a theft offense does not have to mean incarceration. I have helped many clients with theft and fraud charges in Franklin County (Columbus), Delaware County, and other central Ohio courts. Many of my clients have charges reduced and sentences suspended, and some have charges dismissed and expunged. Please contact me if you would like to talk about how I can help with your theft or fraud case.
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