Credit Card Theft • Check Forgery • Retail Fraud
It's a sign of the economic times that more and more crimes are related to unauthorized purchases on someone else's checking account or charge cards. Financial hardship is not a defense, but sometimes a proactive approach can resolve these cases without criminal charges and a theft conviction.
I am David G. Moore, a criminal defense lawyer and former prosecutor who has handled check fraud and credit card crimes on both sides of the law. I know the right way to approach retailers and other victims about resolution as a civil matter, and I also provide a vigorous defense if the victim presses charges.
Contact me right away if you or your son or daughter is accused of theft by check or unauthorized use. My Kalamazoo law practice covers surrounding counties of Southwest Michigan, including college students and youths.
Kalamazoo Check Fraud Attorney
Depending on the amount of the money, prior criminal convictions and other factors, check and credit card frauds can be charged as misdemeanors or felonies. Either way, the criminal record can have an adverse impact on education, employment, military status, housing and many other aspects of a person's future.
I have defended clients on a range of charges:
- Forging stolen checks
- Writing bad checks
- Unauthorized use of a credit card
- Selling stolen credit card numbers
- ATM fraud and other card skimming schemes
- Identity theft
- Embezzlement/employee theft
Southwest Michigan Credit Card Fraud Attorney
Many of the accused are women, such as single mothers who find themselves in a financial bind. I urge anyone accused of these crimes to call me immediately before they are formally charged with a crime. I explore all viable defenses, but I can sometimes work out a deal with the victim to make restitution and avert criminal prosecution, avoiding jail and all the baggage of criminal record.
Call today at 269-216-4573 or 888-527-6768 to arrange for a free, confidential consultation about the charges and your options, or e-mail me and I will respond quickly.
