Laws in California related to credit card fraud cover multiple types of cards and a wide array of behavior. These include offenses under:
These offenses range in severity and can often be charged as misdemeanors or felonies with varying punishments. Consult with a licensed criminal defense attorney to help you determine what this means for you.
In California credit card fraud includes access cards, which cover credit, debit, and ATM cards. What differentiates the specific charge someone may face, their possible defenses, and the possible punishment, is the kind of behavior surrounding the possession or use of a card.
In general, fraud is the intentional deceit of a person or entity that is intended to result in a benefit or advantage that one would not have received otherwise.
The prosecution always has to prove every element of a crime beyond a reasonable doubt. Based on the facts and circumstances of your unique case there may be multiple defenses available. The most critical element that the prosecutor must prove is that you intended the prohibited conduct you are charged with committing. This gives you a potentially powerful defense. Consult with a licensed attorney to find out how your case may be affected.
If you have recently been arrested for PC 484, Credit Card Fraud, or related offense, please don’t hesitate to call our California Criminal Defense Lawyers for a free, no-obligation consultation with Law Mart.
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