Criminal charges are nothing to take lightly. Crimes like fraud carry very severe penalties and can also affect other areas of your life, such as access to employment and housing opportunities. Fortunately, an experienced Albuquerque criminal defense attorney at Angela Arellanes Law can help if you’re currently facing fraud charges.

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Possible Consequences of Fraud Charges

While victims of fraud are not physically or emotionally injured by criminal wrongdoing, the subsequent financial damage is taken very seriously by the justice system. Accordingly, people convicted of these crimes can face a variety of severe punishments.

A number of New Mexico statutes and federal laws outline what constitutes fraud and the penalties for it. For instance, identity theft is considered a 4th degree felony in the state and is punishable by prison time and fines. You may also be required to pay restitution to the victim, which will be equal to the amount that was acquired fraudulently.

As for tax fraud, federal prosecutors can levy a whole host of penalties for individuals who are charged with willfully evading or lying about taxes. This includes a fine of up to $100,000, and a maximum prison term of five years.

How a Fraud Defense Attorney Can Help You

To build a strong defense against reports of fraud, you must work with an attorney who has the right experience. I am Angela Arellanes, a criminal defense attorney who has assisted people facing serious fraud charges for over 25 years.

I have represented numerous clients facing a variety of criminal charges, and I will provide the investigative expertise and tough representation you need to fight charges of fraud. Contact me to schedule a consultation to discuss your case at my Albuquerque office.

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