Criminal Defense Overview

Mail Fraud Defense Lawyer Texas

Wire fraud cases can be as simple as a person communicating with another in a different state about a crime that is being committed. Mail fraud does not have to occur between two states for it to be a crime. Whether you have been charged with mail fraud or wire fraud, it is essential that you seek experienced criminal defense representation to ensure your rights are protected.

Under the guidance of respected and skilled founding attorney Dick DeGuerin, our lawyers and staff at DeGuerin & Dickson in Houston are aggressive advocates for our clients. We are well-versed in the laws that apply in wire and mail fraud cases. Our firm is experienced in federal court and can work to see that the charges against you are effectively addressed.

Your future and your business are at stake. Contact our Houston law firm to schedule a consultation with a criminal defense lawyer or call (713) 223-5959.

Mail fraud: A federal offense, mail fraud refers to any act that is designed to illegally obtain money or valuables by use of the United States Postal Service at any point in the commission of the crime.

Wire fraud: Any criminal or fraudulent activity that uses a type of electronic communication in the commission of the crime is considered wire fraud. These cases can include phone communications or Internet fraud.

Wide Net of Charges

In some cases, if a District Attorney cannot make other types of criminal charges stick in your situation, they may charge you with mail fraud or wire fraud. These charges are seen as a catch-all net and are frequently easy to prove, thus allowing the District Attorney to charge you with something, rather than nothing.

Related Cases

There are many other types of cases which may include wire or mail fraud charges. Drug trafficking other drug offenses or securities crimes are types of cases where the District Attorney may add fraud charges onto the drug charges in order to bolster their case and the potential penalties. We can handle all types of criminal cases that may be filed in conjunction to your mail fraud, wire fraud, bank fraud, Internet scam or prescription drug crime charges.

Contact our firm online or call (713) 223-5959 to schedule a consultation with a fraud defense lawyer at our Houston office. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to answer calls. Se habla español.