Minneapolis Fraud Defense Lawyer & Attorney
Fraud is a serious crime defined as deliberately deceiving another in order to gain money, property or services. There are a number of different criminal offenses that fall under the fraud crime umbrella, all of which can end very poorly if you are found guilty. If you or someone you love has been accused or are under investigation for any type of fraud, then contact the Law Offices of William K. Bulmer II to discuss your legal rights.
Our firm handles all fraud crimes including the following:
- White collar fraud crimes such as embezzlement and false billing.
- Government fraud including insurance fraud, health care fraud, medical assistance fraud and tax fraud. Often these cases involve false claims in order to get more money than you should or to lower your premium.
- Identity fraud such as driver’s license fraud, credit card fraud and marriage fraud. While some identity fraud is used for immigration purposes, other times identity fraud is used to obtain classified information or get out of paying for an item. Whatever the case, it is against the law.
- Financial fraud such as mortgage fraud, bank fraud, securities fraud, gambling fraud and lottery fraud. Tampering with financial institutes or the lottery system can land you with a long term prison sentence. This includes instances of counting cards in casinos.
- Federal fraud offenses including mail and wire fraud, false advertising and internet fraud. If you have used the internet or the federal postal system for a fraudulent scheme, then you will be facing the federal court system. If convicted, this means you will most likely spend time in a federal prison and lose certain rights after you have served your time.
Obstruction of Justice and Fraud Instances
If you have been accused of fraud or are currently being investigated, then it is important that you cooperate with the police. Do not try to hide statements or records. Do not get rid of your computer or erase certain files. All of these can be classified as tampering with an investigation, or obstruction of justice, which is also a criminal offense. The last thing you need tagged onto your fraud charge is an obstruction of justice arrest as well. If you are concerned about the legality of any investigation, contact William K. Bulmer for legal representation.
The severity of your punishment will depend on the severity of your fraud crime. For example, stealing someone’s credit card will most likely be seen as less severe than defrauding a government body by several thousands of dollars. Most fraud cases are considered felony offenses and come with a minimum sentence of one year in prison.
Take Action Now
If you, or someone you know, have been charged with a fraud crime in Minnesota, you need to retain the services of a qualified, passionate and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney who will be your voice in the criminal justice system and who has a successful track record when it comes to fighting fraud charges in the state of Minnesota. When you face such life-changing consequences, you cannot risk being without trustworthy, aggressive legal representation.
At the Law Offices of William K. Bulmer II, we are fully prepared to handle your fraud crime case. We can provide you with the guidance and legal counsel you need to fight your charges. Call our Law Offices today for a FREE consultation at 612-384-7003.