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How to Hire a
Criminal Defence Lawyer for your Ontario Fraud Case
Fraud is a serious white collar crime that can take many
forms. It can be defined as "deliberate deception for
unlawful gain", and potential risk areas for fraud include
tax returns, credit card records, pension plans, banking,
insurance, and charity fundraising.
In Ontario, a fraud conviction can lead to major
consequences which vary depending on whether the amount of
money unlawfully gained was less than, or more than, $5,000.
- A conviction of fraud over $5000 is an indictable criminal
offence under the Criminal Code of Canada, and could result
in the convicted individual serving a prison sentence of up
to 14 years.
- Similarly, fraud under $5000 can be indictable offence
under the Code. However, the maximum prison sentence for
this conviction is two years. Fraud under $5000 could also
be punishable, in some cases, as a summary conviction.
The process of fighting criminal charges can be a tough one
for you and your family, but it's a necessary one if you
want to avoid the added strain and difficulty that
imprisonment and a criminal record would cause.
Your first question might be: "Do I need a lawyer for my
fraud case?"
The answer is yes. Fraud can be difficult for Crown
prosecutors to prove because the evidence has to come from a
broad array of electronic and paper records. There are a
number of defences that can be employed to have your charges
dropped - for example, proving a lack of intent to defraud,
or challenging a search warrant.
You probably do not have enough knowledge of the law to make
any of these arguments successfully on your own. That's why
most individuals facing fraud charges seek the aid of an
experienced white-collar crime lawyer, and so should you.
Your next question might be: "How do I hire the right
criminal defence lawyer for my Ontario fraud case?"
In Ontario, there are many criminal defence lawyers
available. Choosing which one will represent you is a
decision that you should only make after doing thorough
research. Investigate these lawyers' web sites thoroughly to
get an idea for their knowledge on fraud and white-collar
crime charges. You should always ask yourself:
Does the criminal defence lawyer have a track record of
winning fraud cases, with case results and testimonials to
back up this claim?
Is the lawyer willing to share information on fraud and
white-collar crime, such as books, web content, and even a
free consultation?
Is the lawyer willing to represent me no matter where I live
in Ontario?
With the right lawyer, you could get your Ontario fraud
charges dismissed - and avoid having to pay fines or spend
time in prison.
About the Author:
Have you been charged with fraud in Ontario? A top criminal
defence lawyer can give you the advice you need to fight
your charges. For more information, contact the Ottawa
lawyers at Auger
Hollingsworth by visiting us online at
http://www.criminaldefenceottawa.ca or calling us at (613)
233-4529.
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