Los Angeles Bank Fraud Attorney

Have you been charged with bank fraud?

Bank fraud, one of many white collar crimes, occurs when a person uses intentional misrepresentation to fraudulently obtain assets or money that is held by a bank or other lending institution.  These fraudulent acts are done in secret, with the alleged offender covering up his actions so he will not be discovered.  Often, some technical skills are used in the commission of this offense.

Bank fraud is a federal crime, prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney's Office.  It is punishable by up to 30 years in prison and with fines up to $1,000,000. This crime is taken very seriously by both the prosecution and the courts.  A Los Angeles federal crime attorney from Kaye, McLane & Bednarski, LLP have over 61 years collective experience in federal criminal defense.  We understand the federal criminal process and have the expertise to build an aggressive defense if you have been charged with the crime of bank fraud.

Bank Fraud Crimes and Related Activities

There are a number of crimes that are associated with the federal crime of bank fraud:

• Falsifying loan documents
• Making false statements to a bank official or loan officer
• Check fraud
• Forging check signatures
• ATM fraud
• Embezzlement

Bank fraud may also include wire fraud or mail fraud that is used to deceive the bank, businesses, or individuals, and the transferring of money to an offshore account to hide a crime.

Going to prison for up to 30 years is a bleak prospect.  Being arrested for bank fraud can put your future and the lives of those you love in jeopardy.  When you are facing a crime of this magnitude, it is crucial that you work with a skilled bank fraud lawyer who knows the strategies to use to tenaciously defend your case.