Unpacking the Prosecution’s Burden of Proof in Fraud Cases: Insights from Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney

Are you facing fraud charges and wondering what the prosecution must prove to secure a conviction?

Fraud cases are complex and require a seasoned criminal defense attorney to navigate the legal terrain.

At Adams Defense Law, we have a deep understanding of the prosecution’s burden of proof in fraud cases, particularly those prosecuted under the statute of wire fraud.

One critical aspect the government needs to prove to make fraud a federal crime is that the fraud occurred across state lines. This typically involves wire transfers, and the prosecutor must show that the transfer of money was intended to defraud the victim.

Additionally, the prosecutor needs to demonstrate that the defendant knowingly and intentionally defrauded someone of their assets without permission. This is often challenging, and experienced defense lawyers can identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and present alternative explanations that can cast reasonable doubt on the defendant’s guilt.

It is also essential to establish that the victim was actually a victim and not someone who had knowledge of the alleged fraud and made a false complaint.