Seattle Theft Crime Lawyers

Washington Bank Fraud Charges

Bank fraud occurs when an individual either plans to or does defraud a financial institution to obtain money, funds, credits, assets, securities, or other property owned by a financial institution by means of false or fraudulent pretenses, representations or promises.  Bank fraud is a scheme to defraud a financial institution, and participants in any such scheme will be prosecuted very harshly by state or federal law, depending upon the specific circumstances surrounding the crime.  If the bank fraud occurs in a financial institution that is federally funded, this offense will be charged as a federal crime and will be treated even more harshly at Federal Court. 

Serious Attorneys Representing Clients for Bank Fraud Charges

Bank fraud can be committed by individuals both inside and outside of a company and often involves the theft or counterfeiting of corporate checks, money orders, payroll checks, credit cards, debit cards, U.S. treasury checks, and currency.  Bank fraud is a very serious type of theft crime and maximum sentences can reach very severe levels, consisting of $1,000,000 in fines and 30 years in federal prison.  

If bank fraud is suspected, governmental investigative agencies such as the FBI will be responsible for looking further into the case.  Federal investigations have a reputation for being very thorough, and will go to almost any length to obtain information or evidence of criminal activity, should they have reason to believe federal crimes are being committed.  Whether you are under investigation for bank fraud, or have already been formally charged, a Seattle theft crimes attorney will protect your rights and fight to preserve your freedom.   

Contact a Seattle Theft Crimes Lawyer today to discuss your bank fraud charges!