Identity theft is a serious criminal allegation, and a skilled, knowledgeable Denver criminal defense attorney is required to defend one so accused.
In certain circumstances, one may be charged with identity theft if he or she uses another person’s personal or financial identifying information, or another’s financial device, without permission and with the intent to obtain a thing of value. One may also be charged with identity theft if he or she possesses another’s identifying information without permission or authority and with the intent to obtain a thing of value. One may also be charged with identity theft if, with intent to defraud, he or she forges another’s identifying information. One may also be charged with identity theft if he or she attempts to utilize another’s personal or financial identifying information in order to apply for credit. Finally, one may be charged with identity theft if he or she attempts or intends to obtain a government-issued identification using another’s personal information.
When charged with identity theft, a skilled Denver criminal defense attorney is essential. Contact our Colorado identity theft attorney today to discuss your options.