Legal Question in Criminal Law in Illinois

Re: bank fraud

It sounds as if your son may be charged with a felony. Under the circumstances, he should consult with a criminal defense attorney in the area where he is located without delay, and hire an attorney to represent him if he is in fact charged with the crime. Most attorneys will require a substantial retainer fee in cases such as this, but will refund any unearned fees in the event that the charges are not brought. Sometimes an attorney can actually help avoid charges being brought in the first place. In other cases an attorney can help set up a "voluntary surrender" so that the defendant can be booked, processed, and released on bond within the shortest amount of time for the least amount of money. I strongly adise you and your son to contact an attorney immediately. It will be much more difficult to deal with if your son is charged and taken into custody befoere he has an attorney. Also, your son should be advised not to make any statements to anyone, even though he is completely innocent. If he is taken into custody,he should exercise his fifth amendment right not to say anything and ask for an attorney. Good luck.

Re: bank fraud

Your son needs counsel. The lawyer may help him to deal with the bank, and certainly to protect him with the police investigation. Feel free to contact us for a free consultation.