Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

Richard

I have never been in trouble with the law. I was confused about welfare and now I am beeing charged with welfare fraud. I have a family of 4 and I work full time, my family was recieving foodstamps but my fiance did not tell them she was working at a convinent store will we go to jail or just pay it back we are scared please help me.


Asked on 4/16/07, 6:58 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Christopher Hoyt The Law Offices of Christopher W. Hoyt

Re: Richard

It is possible to receive jail/prison time for welfare fraud, however it is also sometimes possible to resolve such a situation without jail time being required. If you are facing criminal charges you should retain an experienced criminal defense attorney. Please feel free to contact my office if we can be of assistance to you in this matter.

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Answered on 4/16/07, 8:36 pm
Anthony Colleluori The Law Offices of Anthony J. Colleluori & Associates PLLC

Re: Richard

You should not just pay this money back without somebody working out a deal for a no prosecution. You should see a criminal defense attorney in your area. If your case is on Long Island or NYC and you wish to discuss it further, please contact me at the links below.

Good Luck.

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Answered on 4/17/07, 1:26 am


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