Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

Mortgage Fraud

Suppose a person was approached by a ''friend'' to sign a couple (3) of VOR (verification of rent) documents and was paid for it. This would have been in 2006. Now the person who signed the documents and accepted the payments are being approached by the FBI. The FBI has proof of the financial transactions and the signed VOR. What criminal consequences are they looking at, given that they are willing and able to cooperate.


Asked on 11/11/08, 10:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: Mortgage Fraud

You should really have an attorney ASAP. I don't suggest speaking with anyone about this until you speak with an attorney first.

My initial consultations are always free, so call me at 732/247/3340 to discuss your case.

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Answered on 11/12/08, 10:23 am
Joseph Potashnik Joseph Potashnik and Associates, PLLC

Re: Mortgage Fraud

There is no specific federal "mortgage fraud" statute, but the person in question could be prosecuted under other federal fraud statutes such as bank fraud, wire fraud, etc. A federal conspiracy charge is very likely as well. Federal sentencing is tough and cooperation is very significant in the sentencing process.

However, don't think that sharing information with the investigators will automatically save you from criminal liability. Most likely, you will be making the situation even worse with your mouth. If the agents approach you, you should not discuss anything with them before talking to an attorney.

You can call my office to discuss this further. We do federal and state defense work in NJ and NY.

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Answered on 11/11/08, 10:43 pm


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