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Our team of expert fraud lawyers specialise in defending against fraud offences and have an unparalleled record helping our clients avoid criminal convictions and jail.
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You can also view a more detailed list of our recent results for fraud offences.
With increases in the use of technology in our day to day lives there are more and more ways that fraud can be committed. Frauds can involve the use of things like computers, teller machines, and skimming devices.
The most commonly prosecuted fraud offence is contained within s192E of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) and involves either obtaining property or financial advantage from someone else or causing a financial disadvantage to someone else. The Police also need to prove that these actions were done either dishonestly or by deception.
Fraud offences can be very complex as most of the evidence is usually made up of lengthy financial records and statements.
Below are the most common types of fraud:
If you are under investigation or have been arrested or charged with fraud you should contact us for expert advice immediately.
The sentencing statistics for fraud show that approximately 24% of persons found guilty to fraud offences received a sentence of full time imprisonment. This is unsurprising. If a fraudulent or deceptive offence causes a person or a company a loss of $100,000 or more, there is a strong likelihood that a jail sentence will be imposed.
However, this outcome is not inevitable. Astor Legal are led by an accredited specialist in criminal law. We have beat countless fraud offences over the years and had numerous clients avoid gaol. We know the law, the cases, and the defences to fraud charges. Your first consultation is free and we offer fixed fees for most of our services.
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