Fraud

What charge is laid in a Fraud allegation depends on the dollar value attributed to the offence. If the value exceeds $5,000.00 then the charge is Fraud Over $5,000.00 otherwise the charge is Fraud Under $5,000.00. .

Fraud allegations typically involve individuals being accused of using instruments such as cheques or credit cards properly owned by others as if they were in fact theirs. There are a number of charges that fall under the category of Fraud, such as fraudulent of a credit card, uttering forged documents, or impersonation.

Fraud trials are often very involved and complex resulting in multiple days trails at times requiring expert witnesses.

Sentencing

The maximum sentence for Fraud offences is 14 years in prison however there is no minimum punishment. It is common for Frauds involving a breach of trust to result in Jail sentences even for relatively small values.