Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

obtaining money under false pretenses

what is the legal penalty for obtaining money under false pretenses?


Asked on 8/29/05, 1:00 pm

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Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: obtaining money under false pretenses

The possible penalties for obtaining money under false pretenses(a form of larceny)are as follows: If the amount equals or exceeds $200, one to twenty years in a state penal facility, or in the discretion of the jury or judge(after a bench trial)up to twelve months in the local jail and a fine of up to $2500, either or both.

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Answered on 8/29/05, 1:33 pm


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