San Antonio Fraud Attorney Provides Strong Defense Counsel

Experienced Texas lawyer represents clients accused of misrepresentation

There are many types of fraud, but each one involves some form of intentional misrepresentation that is used to take advantage of someone else. In most situations, whether criminal misconduct occurred depends heavily on questions of knowledge, intent and interpretation. My San Antonio firm, Tylden Shaeffer, Attorney at Law, P.C., handles these intricate issues skillfully and boldly counters unsupported allegations of fraudulent activity. Whether the prosecution’s case stems from a financial transaction, online activity or some other communication, I research the relevant information thoroughly and present a clear, powerful case as to why the accusation is not justified under the law.

Skillful advocate handles matters arising from state and federal fraud charges

State and federal laws governing fraud are expansive and cover a wide range of misconduct. Chapter 32 of the Texas Penal Code is dedicated to these offenses, which can stem from activity involving financial transactions, commercial dealings, credit cards, insurance claims, healthcare payments and other areas where someone attempts to profit by misrepresentation. Depending on the type of fraud and amount involved, these crimes can be charged as misdemeanors or felonies. You can also face federal prosecution in matters arising from alleged:

• Mail fraud — Using the U.S. Postal Service to communicate with unwitting strangers as part of any “scheme to defraud,” whether through fake lotteries, chain letters or other types of illegal correspondence, can result in federal mail fraud charges. If you’ve been accused of this crime, I can advise you of your options and challenge whether the allegation is merely a pretext to create a federal case.

• Wire fraud — Prosecutions for wire fraud resemble mail fraud cases, but these charges are brought when electronic communications are made between people in different states. For example, telemarketing scams or other fraudulent operations that involve telephone conversations fall under this provision. As nearly everyone communicates through cellphone messages and texts these days, these counts can be appended to other charges even if the particular fraud alleged doesn’t necessarily involve direct phone contact with victims.

• Internet fraud — Phishing, malware, ransomware and other methods used to extract money or personal information can also fall under wire fraud laws but they are also considered cybercrimes. If you’ve been accused of a cybercrime and are facing charges in a U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, you should have a lawyer who has tried cases within the federal system.

Whether the accusation in your case relates to forgery, an alleged Ponzi scheme or any other type of fraud, having a board-certified Texas criminal defense attorney by your side works to your advantage. I will help you understand complex legal and factual issues that can affect the outcome of your proceedings. From there, my firm works tirelessly to achieve justice for you, whether that comes through an acquittal, dismissal or fair plea agreement.

Contact a proven Texas fraud defense lawyer to schedule a free consultation

Tylden Shaeffer, Attorney at Law, P.C. provides defense representation for Texas clients who have been accused of criminal fraud. Regardless of the particular offense, please call (210) 227-1500 or contact me online to make an appointment for a free consultation at my San Antonio office.