Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

fraudulant postal money orders were deposited into my account from someone else i used the money in result the bank closed my account and now i owe $3,200 could the bank possibly press charges do i need a lawyer i have too much to lose?


Asked on 9/16/10, 11:54 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

The bank can ask the D.A. to prosecute you, but it probably would only do so if there is reason to think you knew the money orders were fake. Most likely you didn't know this. If you didn't know it then you are a victim, not a perpetrator.

Either way, you still owe the bank $3,200. Someone probably owes the money back to you in turn, so I hope you know who it is and can collect on the debt.

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Answered on 9/21/10, 12:05 pm
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

I agree with Mr. Hoffman, but would add that promptly paying the bank the $3,200 will reduce the possibility of the bank asking that you be prosecuted. Do not discuss this case with anyone but your attorney. If the police contact you tell them you want to consult with an attorney, and have an attorney with you at any questioning. Discuss the facts of this case with an attorney ASAP.

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Answered on 9/21/10, 12:27 pm


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