Johnson County Fraud Defense Attorney

Fraud is a form of deception and comes in many forms. Under Kansas state law, different forms of fraud include:

• Check fraud (K.S.A. § 21-5821): Making, drawing, issuing or delivering a check that is meant to defraud is a class A nonperson misdemeanor for a check less than $1,000; a severity level 9, nonperson felony for a check more than $1,000 but less than $25,000; and a severity level 7, nonperson felony for a check more than $25,000
• Making false information (K.S.A. § 21-5824): Making, generating, distributing or drawing any written instrument, electronic data or entry in a book that is deceitful, with intent to defraud, is a severity level 8, nonperson felony
• Counterfeiting (K.S.A. § 21-5825): Manufacturing, using, displaying, advertising, distributing or possessing with intent to distribute any item or services that bear or are identified by a counterfeit mark is a class A misdemeanor if the retail value is less than $1,000; a severity level 9, nonperson felony if the value is at least $1,000 but less than $25,000; a severity level 7, nonperson felony if the value is $25,000 or more

Kansas' Penalties for Fraud Crimes

Felony crimes are severely punished under the Kansas Statutes. For a severity level 9, nonperson felony, the penalty is eight months in prison and a fine of up to $100,000. A severity level 7, nonperson felony, however, is punishable by 16 months in prison and a fine of up to $300,000. If you are facing false charges, don't hesitate to contact a lawyer immediately. The sooner you hire a capable Johnson County criminal defense attorney, the stronger you can build your defense.

Consult with an Johnson County Fraud Crime Lawyer

Call Martin & Wallentine, LLC today for an Johnson County fraud crime lawyer with the experience and aggression you need. Only an attorney with a detailed knowledge of the court process can provide you with the best defense. At our firm, we have taken dozens of cases to trial and are prepared to give our full determination to your defense.