QUESTION
Do I need to obtain an attorney if my ex is being charged with warfare fraud?
Asked on Oct 31st, 2012 on Criminal Law - Michigan
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My ex is being charged with warfare fraud. He is trying to blame me for it. We lived together with three kids but it was on and off. I never completed the applications but was listed as member of household and he did not put my employment information on the application. I was not aware my income was not on it. I thought we qualified. He is listed as being investigated but I fear I may be in trouble. I'm not sure if I should obtain an attorney. I spoke with an investigator but have not written or signed anything.
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Leonard A. Kaanta
Yes.
Answered on May 21st, 2013 at 1:12 AM
John J. Carney
You should not have spoken with anyone as that could incriminate you. If you are charged with a crime you should retain a criminal lawyer, call my office for a referral to a good lawyer.
Answered on Nov 02nd, 2012 at 1:49 AM
Thomas Edward Gates
Do not write, admit or sign anything with your lawyer present.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:45 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Do not talk with the police or investigators without a lawyer. They may try to say that you knew waht was happening. If you did not know about him cheating the system, that is a complete defense to the charge.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:44 PM
You need to hire a lawyer before you do more stupid things. You should never have spoken to the investigator. Ever heard of the right to remain silent?
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:43 PM
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Yes, you need to hire an attorney to make sure that the criminal action is handled correctly. I think you must mean welfare fraud, which is a very serious offense. Consult with an attorney in your area.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:42 PM
Gary Moore
You need to hire an attorney to do damage control, to avoid a formal charge being filed against you.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:42 PM
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I recently handled a case where a woman was investigated for welfare fraud. I was able to prevent her from being arrested. What did the investigator say? Are you a target? It is always better to have a lawyer if you can, especially if the other person is trying to blame you.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:42 PM
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You indeed need an attorney and should not be speaking with anyone, especially the authorities, until you have counsel.
Answered on Nov 01st, 2012 at 2:42 PM