Las Vegas Mail Fraud Lawyer

Mail Fraud Charges in Las Vegas, NV

Accusations of mail fraud carry significant consequences for those found guilty, as this is a grave offense. Mail fraud refers to any fraudulent activity that utilizes the postal system to carry out its illicit intentions. Initially, mail fraud encompassed fraudulent acts solely within the United States postal services. However, with advancing technology, the scope of such cases has expanded to include all forms of mail services, including couriers and electronic mail (email). Individuals suspected of violating this criminal law can face federal charges.

Charges of federal crimes should not be taken lightly. These offenses are prosecuted according to federal law, regardless of where the incident took place. They often entail more severe penalties and graver repercussions. If you are currently facing fraud charges in Nevada or believe that you are the subject of a fraud investigation, do not hesitate to contact our Las Vegas mail fraud lawyer at the Spartacus Law Firm now for a consultation. from

Understanding Mail Fraud Charges

Mail fraud is a type of white-collar crime that involves the use of the postal or private carrier system to perpetrate fraudulent acts with the intent to unlawfully deprive individuals of their money, property, or services. In the United States, mail fraud is considered a federal offense and is prosecuted under 18 U.S. Code § 1341.

A mail fraud attorney is a legal professional who specializes in representing clients accused of mail fraud. Our Law Firm offers expert legal advice, assist in building a robust defense strategy, and negotiate with prosecutors to potentially reduce charges or sentences. During trials, we will diligently advocate for our clients, ensuring that your rights are safeguarded throughout the entire legal process.

Common Mail Fraud Schemes

Some of the most common mail fraud schemes include the following:

1. Lottery scams: Falsely claiming the recipient has won a lottery and requesting payment for taxes or fees before releasing the prize.
2. Investment scams: Promoting fraudulent investments with promises of high returns.
3. Ponzi schemes: Paying returns to earlier investors using capital from new investors, creating the illusion of a profitable business.
4. Phishing scams: Soliciting personal information under false pretenses to commit identity theft or other fraud.
5. Charity scams: Soliciting donations for fake charities or disaster relief efforts.

Penalties For Mail Fraud Charges in Nevada

Mail fraud in Nevada is prosecuted under the federal statute 18 U.S.C. 1341. This specific provision criminalizes use of the mail system to deceive and exploit others into relinquishing valuable assets, such as money or property. The penalties for this offense can be severe, with fines reaching up to $1,000,000 and imprisonment for up to 30 years if the fraud involves a bank or federal disaster relief. In other cases, the punishment may include a fine and/or imprisonment for up to 20 years. The statute explicitly states that:

Whoever, having devised or intending to devise any scheme or artifice to defraud, or for obtaining money or property by means of false or fraudulent pretenses, representations, or promises, or to sell, dispose of, loan, exchange, alter, give away, distribute, supply, or furnish or procure for unlawful use any counterfeit or spurious coin, obligation, security, or other article, or anything represented to be or intimated or held out to be such counterfeit or spurious article, for the purpose of executing such scheme or artifice or attempting so to do, places in any post office or authorized depository for mail matter, any matter or thing whatever to be sent or delivered by the Postal Service, or deposits or causes to be deposited any matter or thing whatever to be sent or delivered by any private or commercial interstate carrier, or takes or receives therefrom, any such matter or thing, or knowingly causes to be delivered by mail or such carrier according to the direction thereon, or at the place at which it is directed to be delivered by the person to whom it is addressed, any such matter or thing, shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 20 years, or both. If the violation occurs in relation to, or involving any benefit authorized, transported, transmitted, transferred, disbursed, or paid in connection with, a presidentially declared major disaster or emergency (as those terms are defined in section 102 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5122)), or affects a financial institution, such person shall be fined not more than $1,000,000 or imprisoned not more than 30 years, or both.