San Diego Bank Fraud Lawyer
Providing a bank with false information or using any other means to defraud or attempt to defraud a federally insured financial institution is a very serious felony offense. Although bank fraud may be associated with "inside jobs" involving bank managers or employees, this crime may be committed by virtually any individual looking to devise a scheme to obtain any money or property owned or controlled by a financial institution. A person may attempt bank fraud by falsifying loan documents, forging checks, making false statements, or otherwise misleading the financial institution. Mail fraud, wire fraud, loan fraud and credit card fraud are often offenses that may be associated with bank fraud.
Have you been accused of bank fraud? Are you under investigation by a state or federal law enforcement agency? You must take immediate action to ensure your constitutional rights are protected to the full extent of the law. Working with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible can positively and significantly impact the outcome of your case. At Superior Law Center, we assist clients in the face of bank fraud charges throughout San Diego County, and we are standing by to see how we can help you.
Penalties for Bank Fraud
Defrauding a federally insured bank is a federal crime, and a conviction may result in maximum penalties under federal sentencing guidelines, which may include:
- Up to 30 years in prison
- Fines of up to $1,000,000
A person facing criminal charges for bank fraud may also face a civil lawsuit as well, should the financial institution decide to take separate legal action in order to recover losses.
Do what you can to avoid the serious penalties associated with a bank fraud conviction. Contact a San Diego bank fraud attorney today!