I have been charged with fraud for receiving unemployment benefits while working temporary. I paid back the amount. Defenses?

Phoenix, AZ Viewed 777 times. Posted 9 months ago in Fraud

I have been charged with fraud for receiving unemployment benefits while working on a day to day temporary job. I paid back the amount two years ago and a complaint was just filed against me. What can I do? - Is this your question? Add additional information

Answers (2)

Hamid Jabbar

This attorney is licensed in Arizona and 1 other state. Posted 9 months ago.

You should hire an attorney or get one appointed by the court if you cannot afford one. There may be substantive defenses to the crime, but that would require an attorney research the elements of the crime you are charged with and learn the specifics of your case. All that being said, your actions (i.e. paying back the money) should go a long ways towards getting you a very favorable plea bargain if you decide to go that route.

Cary L Lackey

This attorney is licensed in Arizona. Posted 8 months ago.

I am curious as to how and to whom did you pay the amount back two years ago? Was the pay back administered by the Arizona Attorney Generals Office? Do you have any proof that you paid the amount back?

You definitely should consult with a knowledgable Arizona-licensed attorney. Please let me know if I can assist you.

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