South Jersey Fraud Defense Attorney

Reputable Fraud Charges Lawyer Aggressively Defends Clients in Camden County, Burlington County, and Throughout New Jersey

Fraud can occur in many ways, and many New Jersey laws outline the definitions and penalties associated with fraud. These laws are designed to prevent the deceit and deception that fraud involves. Fraud can come with serious punishments, from fines to jail time. Fraud convictions can also impact your personal life and your ability to find work and secure loans or other forms of public assistance. If you or a loved one has been charged with fraud, contact a South Jersey fraud defense attorney at Gelman Law, LLC for assistance with your case today.

Statutes 2C:35-13 on Obtaining by Fraud and 2C:20-4 on Theft by Deception

In general, fraud can be defined as using some form of deception for personal gain at the expense of another party. Examples include actions as simple as writing bad checks and those as complicated as an elaborate banking or corporate fraud scheme. Irrespective of whether the fraud in question was intentional or not, a conviction can have serious and long-lasting consequences.

In New Jersey, you can be convicted of fraud if the prosecution can show that:

• You somehow misrepresented a fact or multiple facts;
• You were aware of this misrepresentation;
• You misrepresented said fact or facts to deceive;
• The defrauded party believed your misrepresentation;
• The defrauded party suffered some type of harmful result as a result of your misrepresentation.

Common types of fraud include obtaining by fraud, which is governed by New Jersey statute 2C:35-13, and theft by deception, which is governed by New Jersey statute 2C:20-4.

Other types of fraud include:

• Mail fraud
• Wire fraud
• Fraud involving bad checks, money orders, and/or electronic funds transfers
• Credit card fraud
• Bank fraud
• Healthcare fraud
• Securities fraud
• Mortgage fraud
• Tax fraud
• Identity theft
• Internet fraud
• Insurance fraud
• Forgery
• Falsifying and/or tampering with records
• Motor vehicle fraud
• Consumer fraud

There are separate laws, provisions, evidentiary requirements, processes, penalties, and statutes of limitations that apply to each of these cases, and handling such charges can be exceptionally difficult unless you are well versed and experienced in the specific type of fraud charges you face. This is why you must speak with an experienced South Jersey fraud defense attorney for assistance with your case. A dedicated fraud charges lawyer in Camden County, NJ from our firm is your best chance at dismissing or lowering the charges you face, as well as any resultant sentences in case of a conviction. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you with each specific type of fraud charge from the different types of fraud listed above.

Skilled Fraud Charges Lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ Fights to Lower the Charges and Penalties Clients Face

The penalties for fraud vary based on the type and severity of the charges you are convicted of. Some of the penalties you can face include:

• Jail time
• House arrest
• Probation
• Having to complete drug or alcohol testing
• Fines
• Paying restitution to victims

This means the penalties for a fraud conviction do not always end when your sentence has been completed. With a conviction on your record, you can have a hard time finding work, gaining the trust of others, securing loans, or even serving in the military. A knowledgeable South Jersey fraud defense attorney at Gelman Law, LLC can help you potentially avoid these consequences by skillfully handling your fraud case and vigorously defending you with the strategies available based on the specifics of your case.

How a Fraud Charges Lawyer in Camden County, NJ from Gelman Law Can Help You

If you have been charged with some form of crime or committed fraud of some sort but have not yet been formally charged or arrested, we can help. Our skilled New Jersey fraud defense team can fight for your rights, negotiate with the prosecution for reduced charges, or demand that the case against you be dropped if there are legal grounds for such a petition. This is why it is so important you have a dedicated South Jersey fraud defense attorney in your corner when facing fraud charges.

We can help you by:

• Making sure that you understand your rights before you are arrested for fraud. You must be presumed innocent until proven guilty, so do not make the mistake of saying anything that can be used against you and speak with an attorney before speaking with anyone else.
• Reducing your bail and representing you in court.
• We will push to have the fraud charges you face reduced or dropped. In many cases, you can resolve with the victim and/or aggrieved parties without going to trial. We will work to minimize or dismiss the charges you face and the possible sentences as well.
• Request a pre-trial intervention (PTI). This is a court-supervised program that can be used as an alternative to fines and jail time.
• Aggressively defending you in court. You must be proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of the five elements of your case outlined above to be convicted of fraud.

Contact an Experienced South Jersey Fraud Defense Attorney at Gelman Law, LLC Today

Our criminal defense attorneys have extensive experience handling fraud cases, selecting juries, negotiating settlements, and navigating the complexities of New Jersey fraud law. Irrespective of the charges you face, we will stand up for your rights. Contact a trusted fraud charges lawyer in Cherry Hill, NJ at Gelman Law, LLC today for a free consultation about your case.

Frequently Asked Questions About Facing Criminal Charges for Fraud in New Jersey