San Diego Fraud Defense Lawyer
Credit Card Fraud Charges in San Diego
Credit card fraud includes a variety of circumstances that include accusations of theft and fraud. Sometimes the charges stem from identity theft when your credit cards have been stolen or used without your permission. You can also be charged if you used a credit card to receive stolen property. If you or a loved one has been arrested for credit card fraud you will need the help of an experienced
criminal defense lawyer to fight the felony charges that can result in serious penalties including jail time. You should speak to a
San Diego criminal defense attorney at Ardalan & Associates as soon as possible to protect your rights and help you stay out of jail.
When you speak to your attorney in your initial consultation, you can explain the facts of your case and we can establish what your best legal options are. We understand how the prosecution will build their case and we can fight the allegations against you to attempt to get your charges dismissed or reduced to a misdemeanor if at all possible. Credit card fraud is considered a crime of dishonesty and is treated as theft by the justice system. If convicted, your criminal record can make it very difficult to get certain types of employment and can restrict your ability to borrow money or get a mortgage.
Credit Card Fraud Attorney in San Diego
Our firm is committed to representing our clients by providing them with a well-prepared and aggressive defense. The first step in your defense is to thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your arrest and the charges you face. There can be additional charges brought in a credit card fraud case including:
- Forgery
- Internet and computer crimes
- Wire fraud
- Check fraud
- Identity theft
Such white collar crimes can be prosecuted by either the state or federal courts depending on the circumstances. The penalties for someone convicted can include large fines, jail time, probation and a permanent criminal record. To avoid such far reaching consequences, you should use an attorney who has successfully defended other clients against such charges.
Contact a San Diego credit card fraud lawyer
for help in defending you against charges of credit card fraud.