Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

I was scammed and charged forgery

I posted my resume for jobs search on Careerbuilder.com. 2006, I received a email from a European Company named DGT Securities Inc. they are looking for 20 US Rep. in US.

I applied for jobs. My job description is to deposit or cashed the customers payments and transfered to DGT Inc. 10% commission.

November 13 I received a check payment $2450.00 from customer .I cashed the check, to transfer this fund by Western Union less my 10% commission to Spain Agent there.

November 16/06,I received 2 checks $2450 and $ 2150.00 respectly .I went to my bank and cashed the check amt$2450.00 first. I was arrested because FRAUD checks in my possession. I was booked at Police Station in Lynnwood, They didn't believed my story They put me in Snohomish Jail , I was bail out $5000.00 Bail.

I did keep all evidences.

My QUESTION are:: How I can defense myself in this internet fraud Forgery charge? And WHAT I need to do from now to the Court Date appearance? Can we present all evidences to Prosecutor to let him drop the charged.?


Asked on 11/22/06, 8:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: I was scammed and charged forgery

Good questions. You should immediately consult with a criminal defense attorney and begin the process of having good counsel on your case. Your case, based on the facts you say, seems very winnable. I am sure there are other, less helpful facts, like did you open separate accounts for engaging in this activity? Either way, you will want a lawyer up front to minimize the impact to you. It is a very good thing you kept all evidence. If you are in the King/Pierce Co. Area I can help you. If you have any further questions, contact me directly.

At your service,

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Answered on 11/27/06, 12:03 pm


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