Miami Counterfeiting Attorneys
Challenging Counterfeiting And Associated Federal Charges
If a person is suspected of creating, using or possessing fake or forged documents in an attempt to defraud the U.S. government or commit a federal crime, this may be considered counterfeiting. This may include currency, identifying documents, stamps or other items. Counterfeiting is a federal offense punishable by up to 20 years in prison, a fine or both. Counterfeiting U.S. securities is punishable by up to 25 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $250,000.
In the face of decades in federal prison and heavy fines, you cannot afford to forego legal counsel. If you have been accused of counterfeiting or any white collar crime, Beckham Law Firm stands prepared to represent your interests.
We serve clients in Miami and across Miami-Dade County, drawing upon our attorneys’ extensive experience and knowledge to deliver more effective defense counsel. Contact us by calling (786) 244-8010 today!
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Domestic Violence Case Dismissed
Domestic Violence Strangulation - At 4:38 PM law enforcement began to investigate, both the Defendant and Victim 1. The Defendant was taken into custody and taken into interview room for further questioning. The Defendant admitted that he and victim 1 were involved in a verbal dispute but denied that the incident ever became physical. The Defendant and the victims were inside the Defendants vehicle when the argument occurred.
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Multiple Charges Case Dismissed
Grand Theft, Domestic Violence, and Aggravated Battery - At 11:30 AM, law enforcement was dispatched in emergency mode in reference to a domestic battery. The officer made contact with the Defendant who stated that he and the victim got into a verbal argument. The victim decided to leave with the child. The victim stated that the Defendant began to argue with her reference to her being pregnant.
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Felony Case Dismissed
Felony Attempted Burglary - At 10:50 PM, law enforcement was dispatched in emergency mode to respond to a burglary in progress. The officer made contact with victim and he stated that he observed through the peep hole a male with a black shirt wearing a mask and hitting his apartment door with a hammer. The Defendant was attempting to gain force entrance.
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Felony Case Dismissed
Felony Drug Possession - At 3:47 AM, law enforcement officer observed the Defendant sitting on the bus stop past curfew. The officer conducted a subject check to find the reasons the Defendant was stationary at the location. The Defendant stated that he was playing a game that required him to be seated. The officer then conducted a pat down and a sharp pointy object was discovered in the Defendant’s left pocket.
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Felony Case Dismissed
Felony Exploitation - The Defendant was employed as social workers and assigned as the caretaker of several elderly people including the 68 years old victim. The Defendant was in a position of trust and had access to the social services office where the victim’s money was kept in a locked box. The box was checked on 07/22/2019 and was missing $200. The Defendant denied taking the money and was taken into custody on a separate charge.
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2nd Degree Murder – Case Dismissed
At 7:43 PM, the Defendant who was a Miami-Dade Public Transit employee surrendered at the Miami-Dade Police Department. The Defendant and the victim engaged in a heated verbal dispute over which exit door the victim was supposed to utilize. The victim was belligerent and yelled obscene remarks to the Defendant who remained on the driver’s seat.
Experienced Representation For All Types Of Counterfeiting Charges
Federal counterfeiting charges may apply if a defendant is accused of buying, selling, creating, producing, possessing, transferring, receiving, delivering or completing any other act involving a counterfeit obligation or other security of the United States. Even an attempt to defraud the government through counterfeiting is punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
The following are examples of items covered by federal counterfeiting laws and penalties:
- Currency
- Patents
- Postage stamps
- Securities
- Deeds, powers of attorney, health care directives and other legal documents
- Discharge papers and other military documents
- Birth certificates, Social Security cards, passports and other identifying documents
Specific penalties for counterfeiting will vary depending on the type of item involved. While counterfeiting securities is punishable by up to 25 years in prison, for example, counterfeiting postage stamps is punishable by up to five years in prison.
If you’re ready to put our team in your corner, call (786) 244-8010 or fill out our contact form online to arrange your free consultation. We can help you with answers to your frequently asked questions about federal chargesand offer experienced counsel at any stage of a counterfeiting case.
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