Orange County Fraud Defense Attorneys

There are various types and categories of fraud offenses that are handled under United States federal law. Fraud is said to have occurred when a person, company, group or organization intentionally deceives an individual or an entity for the purpose of personal gain or to cause damage or harm to another individual. Fraud is a crime and a civil law violation. Defrauding people of money is presumably the most common type of fraud. Those accused of fraud can face criminal charges, fines and every lengthy prison time. The most common cases of Orange County fraud include the areas of healthcare fraud, consumer fraud, credit fraud, insurance fraud and business fraud. These types of crimes are also known as "white collar crimes."

Some of the most common Orange County criminal fraud charges include:

• Forgery
• Internet fraud
• Wire fraud
• Auto insurance fraud
• Healthcare fraud
• Mail fraud
• Identity theft
• Elder abuse/senior fraud
• Workers compensation fraud
• Medi-Cal fraud
• Medicare fraud
• Welfare fraud

If you or your company has been accused of fraud, you are looking at some devastating consequences. The most immediate consequences involve the loss of your business, possibly your freedom and your assets. But you also lose something more intangible, yet invaluable – your integrity and reputation. Once lost, trust is hard to regain. The experienced fraud defense attorneys in Orange County at Wallin & Klarich understand that fact very well, which is why we intervene as early as possible and attempt to get your charges dismissed even before there is an indictment or charges are officially filed. If you have been charged, our skilled Orange County fraud defense attorneys will aggressively fight those charges and strive to obtain the best possible result in your case.

Forgery or fraud can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony in Orange County depending on the circumstances of the alleged offense and the defendant's prior criminal record. At Wallin & Klarich we have a solid record of representing clients successfully in criminal fraud cases. Our experienced criminal defense lawyers are always looking for ways to reduce your charges, diminish your fines and keep you out of jail. If we accept you as a client, you will be treated like family and we will defend you aggressively with the belief that we are fighting for the rights of a family member. If you have been charged with criminal fraud in Orange County, please call Wallin & Klarich to schedule your free consultation and case evaluation.