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Types of Credit Card Fraud Offenses

The following crimes are considered credit card fraud:

  • Possession of another individual’s credit or debit card without their consent (Class 4 felony)
  • Possession of a lost credit or debit card (Class 4 felony)
  • Sale or purchase of another individual’s credit or debit card without their consent (Class 4 felony)
  • Use another individual’s credit or debit car as security for a debt (Class 4 felony)
  • Create a false statement to procure a credit or debit card (Class 4 felony)
  • Use of a forged, expired, counterfeited or unissued credit or debit card (Class 3 felony if more than $300 worth of property was obtained within six months)
  • Use of credit or debit card with an intention to defraud (Class A misdemeanor if less than $150 worth of property was obtained within six months)

What are the Penalties for Credit Card Fraud?

A Class 4 felony is punishable by a prison term between one and three years or three to six years, as well as a fine of up to $25,000. A Class 3 felony is punishable by two to five years or five to ten years in prison, as well as a $25,000 fine. A Class A misdemeanor is punishable by a maximum one year in jail and a fine of $2,500.

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At the Law Office of Steven Fine, we won’t treat you like just another case number. Our founding attorney has the in-depth knowledge of state and federal laws, as well as a firm understanding from both sides of the courtroom.

Contact our Chicago credit card fraud attorney to schedule your complimentary consultation today.

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