Have You Been Accused of Fraud? Here’s What You Need To Know

If you’ve been accused of anything, it’s always essential to seek the advice and representation of a specialist solicitor. However, fraud, in particular, is a crime that can hang over you and your business for years and years and totally change your future. If you’ve been accused, here’s what you need to know.

What Exactly is Fraud?

Fraud is an umbrella term that encompasses a wide range of criminal activity. You could be charged with motor finance fraud, charity fraud, online banking fraud or pension fraud amongst many other definitions. However, in simple terms, fraud means an intentionally false representation. This could include failure to declare information, the abuse of a position in order to make a personal gain or cause loss. This term could include forgery, bribery, corruption, embezzlement or corruption amongst other crimes.

What Are The Repercussions of Fraud?

The repercussions of fraud, like most crimes, depends on the extent of the crime. The sentence would be dependent on the level of culpability of the defendant as well as the extent of the damage caused and whether it was intended. For example, if a defendant was found to be guilty of fraud, had a leading role in the conspiracy, abused their position of power and caused huge amounts of financial damage, which had a seriously detrimental impact on the victim, then they might find themselves with the maximum sentence. The maximum sentence can be as long as 10 years’ custody.

Why It’s So Important To Seek Legal Representation

If you have been accused of fraud - regardless of your level of alleged culpability - it’s crucial to seek expert legal representation immediately. Being charged with fraud can have a life-changing impact on you financially and reputationally. It can make your life far more difficult in a number of ways and it’s always advisable to stem any potential rumours circulating with the help of a lawyer before the case goes to court.

We Can Provide You With Expert Legal Advice and Support

If you’re a resident of Aberdeen and you’ve been accused of a criminal offence, you’ll need to seek the support of professional solicitors who you can trust to support your case. If you are looking for representation that you can trust in, look no further than Lefevre Litigation. We have years of experience in numerous areas of criminal law.

To find out more, contact us today. You can find us at Lefevre Litigation, 70 Carden Place, Aberdeen, AB10 1UL, call us on 01224 657 657 or email us at gjk@lefevre-litigation.com .