Identity Theft Defense Attorney NYC
Charged with Identity Theft in New York?
Musa-Obregon Law PC is ready to stand strong for you if you are currently facing criminal charges, including white collar crimes such as identity theft. Also called identity fraud, this criminal charge is severely punished, as it is known to occur frequently throughout New York City.
There are several types of identity theft charges, which may include the following:
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Third degree identity theft (P.L. 190.78)
- Punishable by up to 1 year in prison and up to $1,000 fine
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Second degree identity theft (P.L. 190.79)
- Punishable by 4 years in prison and up to $5,000 fine
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First degree identity theft (P.L. 190.80)
- Punishable by up to 7 years in prison and up to $5,000 fine
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Aggravated identity theft (P.L.80-A)
- Punishable by up to 7 years in prison and up to $5,000 fine
Identity theft crimes have become more prevalent, as technology continues to advance. With that being said, prosecuting these types of crimes can be a complex situation, and you could face severe punishments for a crime of which you were unfairly or wrongly accused.
We represent individuals throughout Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Rockland County and Westchester County.
How Our Brooklyn Firm Can Help
By its legal definition, identity theft is a crime where one person uses the identity or personal information in order to purchase goods, properties, or gains access to one’s bank account. Names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and bank accounts are some of the information that can be obtained.
If convicted, one could face damaging penalties that can derail your future prospects and blemish your reputation. Our New York City identity theft attorneys are prepared to come to your defense. What we can do is look at the prosecutors’ evidence laid out against you, and clarify the misunderstandings or untrue accusations to preserve your good name and even work to absolve you of the crimes!