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09 Jan 2023

The difficulties faced in the last few years, as well as advances in digital technology, have unfortunately seen people go down paths they otherwise might not have, but also the increased regulation of the government has made it harder to evade the consequences. This means that fraud is now the UK’s most dominant crime, but in response the government continues to take a comprehensive systems approach to tackling the issue.

Many people are investigated for fraud without prosecution, however to build the best possible defence for your case you need to speak to us at ABV Solicitors so that we can delegate a specialist solicitor for your case. It is important to seek our advice as soon as possible.

Interview under caution

If a fraud allegation is made against you then you may be interviewed under caution. In this case it is essential that you speak to us at ABV Solicitors so that our specialist fraud solicitor can represent you from the outset. An interview under caution can be a stressful situation to find yourself in and our fraud solicitor will be able to advise you on how you should conduct yourself, which questions you should answer to the best of your ability to help establish your innocence and which questions you should avoid. With the help of our specialist fraud solicitor we hope to prevent you from implicating yourself any further. Following the interview you may be offered a formal caution, but we will advise whether or not it is in your best interests to accept this. Without sufficient evidence you will be released whilst the investigation continues. This can include searching your home and workplace and seizing items of relevance to the case.

The role of our specialist solicitor

Fraud investigations are often lengthy and complicated. We will collect the relevant evidence to put together a strong defence in your favour. We will speak to any witnesses where possible. We will make sure that any paperwork is filled in correctly and submitted in a timely manner including all evidence. This will help prevent any unnecessary delays with the investigation. The longer it takes the greater impact it can have on your day-to-day life including your mental wellbeing. You may have assets frozen whilst the investigation continues too, creating a difficult situation for you. We will help ease the process by corresponding with the authorities on your behalf.  If you are taken to court we will provide the best possible defence for your case.

If you are convicted of fraud you may receive an unlimited fine and several years in prison depending on the severity of the crime and the loss or damages incurred by the victim. This can have devastating impacts on all aspects of your life. It can affect your chance of a job or career in the future, it can affect your financial status, it can sever relationships with friends and family and this can affect your overall health and wellbeing. Speak to us at ABV Solicitors today. We are specialists in criminal defence and we will use our knowledge and expertise to help achieve the best possible outcome for you.