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Salinas Fraud Defense Attorneys
Defense of Insurance Fraud & Embezzlement in California
Fraud crimes are those crimes involving theft and deceit generally categorized as “white collar crimes.” While violence is not usually a factor or motive in fraud, these crimes are still taken very seriously by the California criminal justice system. They may be charged as misdemeanors or felonies, depending on the facts of the case, with penalties that can impact your life well into the future.
The Worthington Law Centre has focused exclusively on criminal law since its inception, which allows our Salinas fraud defense attorneys to bring a knowledgeable and sophisticated approach to the defense of anyone facing these charges.
Our Salinas fraud defense lawyers have represented individuals facing both misdemeanors and felonies for a combined 43+ years. Recognized as professional specialists in this field, we can protect you across the full spectrum of white-collar criminal charges through the development of effective defense strategies.
Need an attorney for fraud? Call (831) 704-1852 to schedule a consultation with our Salinas fraud defense lawyer or contact us online today.
What is Fraud?
Fraud crimes generally occur when an individual commits an act that causes some type of harm or loss to the victim, resulting in an undeserved benefit to the perpetrator. They most often involve financial gain as the benefit.
These crimes are charged as misdemeanors or felonies at the discretion of the prosecutor, based on the amount of loss or harm done as well as the criminal history, if any, of the accused. Some fraud crimes are automatically charged as felonies per California law.
Examples of Fraud Crimes:
- Mortgage fraud
- Insurance fraud
- Health care fraud
- Credit card fraud
- Workers’ compensation fraud charges against medical professionals
- Embezzlement
- Public corruption
- Bribery or extortion
- Money laundering
- Sunshine law violations against public officials
- Election fraud or campaign finance violations
- Identity theft
- Forgery
- Passing bad checks
What Sets Us Apart?
WE STAND FOR ADVOCACY, FAIRNESS & JUSTICE.
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