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How can I avoid credit card fraud and ID theft charges?
Asked on Mar 02nd, 2011 on Criminal Law - Michigan
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I used my wife's ID to obtain credit card loan. I couldn't pay the over $10,000 credit card debt. She is suing against me for credit card fraud and ID theft. What should I do to avoid criminal charges.
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Criminal charges are up the prosecutor and the prosecutor alone. However, the more cooperative you are and by starting a restitution plan, that will only serve to make things easier on you in the criminal case. Retain an experienced criminal attorney to represent you.
Answered on Aug 31st, 2011 at 10:25 AM
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Don't commit crimes and call me immediately.
Answered on Mar 06th, 2011 at 5:51 PM
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Your best option is to hire a Criminal Defense attorney who will be able to work to either fight charges against you or attempt to negotiate their reduction or dismissal.
Every case is different and you would therefore have to explain the details of your situation with an attorney.
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Answered on Mar 06th, 2011 at 5:16 PM
William C. Gosnell
Hire a lawyer immediately.
Answered on Mar 04th, 2011 at 2:34 PM
Theodore W. Robinson
If you were not authorized to use her card and you can't make an arrangement to pay the money back, then you're likely to be charged criminally. In that regard, you're also likely to pay more than that amountto defend yourself in criminal court and may still wind up with a criminal conviction, so it would be best to find a way to pay the money back before you are charged. Even if it means giving other stuff up to her in a divorce settlement ( I presume there is a divorce going on) it would be worth it in my opinion. Good luck.
Answered on Mar 04th, 2011 at 2:30 PM
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In Arizona, taking the ID of another or ID theft is a class 4 felony. If the victim of ID theft is a family member or spouse there are many legal issues which may come into play including spousal privilege, consent, and community property laws to name a few. Some of these legal issues may lead to defenses to the crime. There are several strategies which may be employed to avoid criminal charges. Taking to an experienced Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney is a great place to start.
Answered on Mar 04th, 2011 at 2:08 PM
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Quickly settle with her before she files criminal charges. If serious about hiring counsel to help you, feel free to contact me. It will be cheaper than the attorney fees for a criminal defense.
Answered on Mar 04th, 2011 at 1:56 PM
Settle in civil court and don't piss anyone off.
Answered on Mar 04th, 2011 at 1:29 PM
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You would have to avoid making any statements indicating your guilt and speak to your civil attorney about settling the case quickly so that you are not reported to the authorities.
Answered on Mar 04th, 2011 at 1:29 PM
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Kiss her butt and try to calm her down. That was a very stupid thing you did. Are you still married? If so talk about preserving the family. If divorced you could try to beg and borrow the money from friends and family and pay it to her to pay off the bills. Also pay any interest.Maybe she'll even let you make monthly payments along with the interest. Otherwise it is pretty damn certain she will have you busted and you have no one to blame but your stupid self. Didn't you think running up a $10,000 debt on her card might just piss her off?
Answered on Mar 03rd, 2011 at 3:27 PM
You need to get a lawyer. Immediately. If you are charged with crimes, these are very serious charges - felonies - and can carry up to 5 years in prison. The best thing to do is to get a lawyer. A lawyer can help you by talking to law enforcement and trying to persuade them not to file charges. A lawyer can protect your rights and find evidence in your favor. If necessary, a lawyer can defend you at trial.
I am a former prosecutor and I know how the state pursues these charges and what path the police and other law enforcement take. I would be happy to arrange a free consult with you to discuss your options. But whether it's with me or someone else, you need to talk to a good lawyer as soon as possible.
Answered on Mar 03rd, 2011 at 3:27 PM
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If you can pay back the money, the interested persons may not press charges. This has worked before with some of my clients. Call me to discuss.
Answered on Mar 03rd, 2011 at 3:26 PM