Florida Mail Fraud Attorney
Mail Fraud charges in Florida
You can be charged with mail fraud if you have attempted to illegally obtain money or valuables by using the postal system at any point during the crime.
In order for a person to be convicted of the federal crime of mail fraud, the prosecutor must prove the following four things beyond a reasonable doubt:
- The person charged knowingly devised or participated in a scheme to defraud, or for obtaining money or property by means of false or fraudulent pretenses, representations or promises;
- The false or fraudulent pretenses, representations or promises related to a material fact;
- The accused acted willfully with an intent to defraud; and
- The accused used the United States Postal Service by mailing or by causing to be mailed or the accused used a private or commercial interstate carrier by depositing or causing to be deposited with such carrier some matter or thing for the purpose of executing the scheme to defraud.
If you are under investigation or have been arrested and charged, contact PJ Mitchell and he will be available to speak with you regarding your situation. He will discuss what options you have, what will happen next and help you find the best possible defense to aid in the best feasible outcome. You can call our office at (305) 447-1333 or reach us by completing the form below or by sending an e-mail. He will fight for your rights!