A 25-year old Bronx woman was arrested and charged with
identity theft, when she used someone else's identification to try and withdraw
$5,000 from PNC Bank on April 3rd around 2:15 PM, officials said.
She was charged with using and possessing a false government-issued
identification and two counts of identity theft. The woman was held at the
Frederick County Adult Detention Center on $120,000 bail.
Identity theft crimes are viewed as serious violations as it
is highly illegal to obtain a person’s personal identification without their
consent. Identity theft includes:
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Credit card theft
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Internet identity theft
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Driver's license or official records (medical,
marriage)
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Forgery of signature on documents
If a person is found to have manufactured or used another
person’s personal information, then he will be arrested and charged with
identity theft. If you have been accused of committing identity theft in New
York, it is important to work with a NY
Criminal Lawyer for the best outcome of your case. An experienced NY theft
attorney will develop the best possible defense and work hard to reduce your
charges or even dismiss them.
New York criminal
defense lawyers at The Law Offices of Paul D. Petrus Jr. will help protect
your rights, keep you from making mistakes that can put your case in trouble,
and fight for the best possible resolution. If you have been charged with
identity theft
crime in New York, then call Paul D. Petrus Jr. at 212-564-2440.
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validity of the tips contained herein.
Paul D.
Petrus, Jr.: Mr. Paul D.
Petrus Jr. is a member of the New York State Bar Association and New York
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is a practicing New York criminal
defense attorney. Mr. Petrus works in federal and state courts. If you are
looking for a New York criminal defense attorney, call Paul D. Petrus Jr.
at 212.385.1961 / 212.564.2440 or
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