Feds Don’t Let Fraud Fly for L.A. Woman

The 28-year-old owner of a flight school has been arrested and is facing federal charges for visa fraud. Federal authorities began an investigation last year when flags went up at the Cairo Immigration and Customs office. The woman, K.C., allegedly enrolled students from other countries into her flight school giving them lower tuition and other perks. Her school is not credentialed for international enrollment and investigators are especially alert to any illegitimate actions which may allow entry to the United States by possible terrorists. To get the foreign students through immigration, the flight school owner would send in applications to schools that were approved for international students and then switch them over to her school.

A spokesman for the United States attorney's office in Los Angeles stated that the motivation appears to be purely money-related rather than a terror threat. Nevertheless, the charges are very serious and the school owner could be facing penalties of 10 years in federal prison for visa fraud. Make sure your rights and interests are protected if you are charged with a federal offense by getting the help of a Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer that is well-versed in federal and local criminal law.

Fraud Charges in Los Angeles

Fraud charges in Los Angeles can be brought against any individual who knowingly acts in taking money or property from another individual or group through intentionally deceptive means. While not a violent crime, fraud is still dealt with very harshly by state and federal law enforcement. Fraudulent acts include such offences as forgery, bank fraud, real estate fraud, tax fraud, mortgage fraud, counterfeiting, identity theft, wire fraud, and many more.

Do you need a Los Angeles fraud attorney?

Fraud cases can be very complicated requiring a defense lawyer who really knows what they are doing. Your liberty, reputation, career and relationships with friends and family could be on the line so the last thing you need is a fraud attorney that is unfamiliar with white collar crime proceedings or how to stand up to the kind of pressure that may be brought to bear in a federal case. At the firm of Kaye, McLane & Bednarski we know exactly what the client is going through and we have the skill and resources to develop a defense strategy that gives the best chance for success in the given circumstances. Don't settle for anything less when it's your rights and freedom on the line.

Contact a Los Angeles fraud lawyer with us immediately if you are facing these serious charges. Whether local or federal, we have the skill and experience to get results!