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Columbus Federal Mail and Wire Fraud Lawyer
If you have been charged with federal mail or wire fraud, you may have to face a significant period of imprisonment and pay fines for the offense. It is in your best interest to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you understand the charges against you and make every effort to reduce the penalties. Call Attorney Adam Burke today at (614) 280-9122 for your free consultation.
Federal Mail and Wire Fraud
Mail and wire fraud are crimes that have plagued American for a very long time. The first law dealing with mail and wire fraud dates back to 1872. Mail and wire frauds are schemes designed to fraudulently deprive a person of anything of value, like money or a service, through mail communication or wire communication. If you are facing mail and wire fraud charges, then you might have to spend a significant period of time in prison if you are convicted, and large fines as well. 1
Federal Law Concerning Mail and Wire Fraud
A person is considered guilty of mail fraud if the person uses the U.S. Postal Service to conduct, promote, or carry out a fraudulent scheme for financial gain. The person is also guilty of mail fraud if the person uses a fictitious name or address to get mail delivered.
A person is guilty of wire fraud if the person transmits through wire a scheme meant to defraud someone and to obtain their property or money. In the modern age, wire fraud also includes radio and television fraud as well.
Penalties for Federal Mail and Wire Fraud
For mail and wire fraud, the punishment can vary. For mail fraud, the maximum possible sentence the federal court can impose is up to 5 years, and a suitable fine as well. The penalty for wire fraud is much harsher. Depending on the case, the federal court may assign a sentence of up to 20 years for conviction of wire, television or radio fraud. A fine might be assigned as well.
In rare cases when a state of emergency has been declared, or during a major disaster, if a person takes advantage of disaster relief, or his fraudulent actions affect a financial institution, the person may be fined up to $1,000,000 and be imprisoned for up to 30 years. 2 3
Attorney Adam Burke Llc — Columbus, OH Federal Mail, and Wire Fraud Attorney
If you have been charged with federal mail or wire fraud in Columbus or any of the surrounding areas in Ohio contact Attorney Adam Burke Llc. It is important to hire an attorney to explain your rights to you and fight for your freedom. Call Attorney Adam Burke for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.