Arford Henderson Law
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Fraud Cases
Being charged or arrested for fraud can cause you worry and stress
You will be feeling anxious about what is going happen next.
This article explains how we can best help you
On this page, you’ll find the most commonly asked questions together with plain English answers. We will provide you with the support and guidance that you need to get you through this challenging time.
HAVE YOU BEEN ARRESTED OR CHARGED WITH FRAUD OFFENCES?
If you or somebody close to you has been arrested or charged in connection with a fraud allegations, you’ll likely to feel unsettled, worried and anxious about the possible outcome.
Even if you had no actual knowledge of any fraud, you may be accused of playing a role, despite not having any direct involvement. In this situation, it’s crucial that you have your name cleared before the case progresses any further.
WHAT TYPE OF ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED FRAUDULENT?
Here are some examples of fraud that may have led to the situation at hand.
1: False representation – for instance, using somebody else’s credit card when shopping.
2: Defrauding of iTunes – for example, a conspiracy to sell illegally obtained iTunes vouchers on eBay,.
3: Sophisticated bank fraud conspiracy – for example, hacking into a bank account to steal and using several different bank accounts belonging to different people to withdraw the funds.
4: High tech fraud – for instance, hacking into data to be used in fraud.
There are many other examples. If you would like to know more about whether a crime that you’ve been linked to is classified as a fraud, you can contact us for further information.
CAN THE POLICE SEARCH MY HOME?
The police will make a request to the court for a search warrant so that they can legally search your home (and possibly your workplace) for evidence. They will look for evidence on phone bill statements, money transfers and seize any valuable assets. They may put you and your family or associates under surveillance.
WHAT TYPE OF SENTENCE COULD YOU GET FOR FRAUD OFFENCES?
A fraud case is usually heard at a crown court. If you are found guilty and convicted, you may be given up to 10 years’ imprisonment, a large fine or both. The maximum sentence of ten years is typically given to the most serious of cases.
The actual sentence will depend very much on the role you are alleged to have had in the fraud, the technology and equipment used, the profile of the victims, the total loss or the possible loss and whether the fraud jeopardises the trust of the public in financial institutions. Read more information on typical fraud sentences.
HOW CAN ARFORD HENDERSON LAW HELP?
We handle fraud cases regularly and have deep expertise in this field. We can help you by recommending the best course of action to take to mitigate the outcome. No matter what size your case is, get in touch.
Most clients who seek the advice of our expert fraud solicitors fail to understand that it is the prosecution who ‘must prove the case’ to convict you. It is for the prosecution to prove, so that the jury is no less than sure, beyond any reasonable doubt, that you were deliberately and dishonestly involved in the fraud.
Whilst this is a high threshold for the prosecution to convict you, it is imperative that you are also defended by Solicitors who specialise in defending these prosecutions, who have a proven track record of success (see our fraud cases) and will go beyond the call of duty to try and win your case.
Especially when the stakes are so high, where there is the very real possibility of a lengthy term of imprisonment, where confiscation proceedings are more than certainly to follow the main case and where there is an unimaginable impact of your family members; you must be sure your solicitors are creative problem solvers, are experienced and knowledgeable, are right by your side throughout the case and most of all, committed to win.
Nadeem Afzal
Nadeem heads the criminal law team at Arford Henderson Law. His grasp of the facts and his ability to investigate cases to find evidence and chart a defence strategy is focused and laser sharp. His motto is to leave no stone unturned and fights a case for only one outcome, to win.
He has a diverse practice and began defending clients in criminal cases in 1998, since then he has represented thousands of clients arrested and charged for offences from rape to multi-million pound money laundering and fraud.
Edward Henry QC
Edward is a leading criminal law QC. A silk of huge intellect, with the ability to deploy it to maximum advantage in whatever the arena. Edward Henry QC is a phenomenon at all stages of a case. Astonishing advocacy skills have earned the respect of clients, colleagues and the judiciary alike: he is a force to be reckoned with.
Edward qualified as a barrister in 1988. His practice ranges from serious criminal offences, serious financial crime, regulatory and appeal cases.