Women Charged in Trenton Counterfeit Check Scam
Four northern New Jersey women have been charged in Trenton for creating and using counterfeit checks to buy merchandise between November 4, 2010 and December 14, 2010, according to a news report in The State House Bureau. The four women involved are aged 28, 28, 32, and 36. Officials believe that the women created 13 checks and used them to purchase $4,500 worth of credit. They face charges including conspiracy and attempted theft by deception. Each woman could face a maximum sentence of five years.
New Jersey Statute 2C:20-4 states: "A person is guilty of theft if he purposely obtains property of another by deception." Under the law, a person "deceives" if he or she purposely creates a false impression to obtain funds. This kind of charge may involve a false charity or a failure to correct a false impression.
The severity of the penalties someone will face for using counterfeit checks is related to the number of checks used, the value of the items wrongfully purchased, and the criminal history of the suspect. Additional charges may be filed if the suspect ran a counterfeit ring involving other potential suspects.
The experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have successfully fought fraud charges on behalf of our clients. Any allegation of theft or fraud has the potential to taint your reputation and jeopardize job opportunities and career prospects. If you or a loved one is facing theft or fraud charges in New Jersey, please call us at (609) 240-0040 to discuss your case. We will review the circumstances of your case and help you determine your best course of action.
