Fraud, Dishonesty and Theft Lawyers in Melbourne
MELbourne
Fraud & Theft Lawyers
Having a conviction recorded against you for any of the below offences WILL have a serious impact on your ability to gain employment and travel overseas.
Not to mention most charges of this type can lead to you receiving a lengthy prison sentence if you do not have highly experienced legal representation.
Our team handle and successfully defend everything from minor to major fraud and dishonesty offences, such as;
Protect yournational criminal record against fraud or dishonestyoffences.
At times, a minor offence concerning theft and dishonesty can have minor punitive elements handed down by a court. However, the repercussions of having a conviction of this nature far outweigh the punishment from the courts. Nearly all employers in today’s age require some form of character reference or criminal check before offering a job to an individual.
Do not let yourself become vulnerable to having a job given to another candidate because of a minor fraudulent offence you committed years prior.
The context of the offence matters – The devil is in the details.
Serious fraud and dishonesty offences.
Frequently asked question
Do you still have questions?
01If I’m accused of theft at work, can I negotiate restitution to avoid prosecution?
Possibly. Offering to make good the loss (restitution) can be a factor in discussions with prosecution or at court, and may assist in mitigating penalties. However, it does not guarantee that charges will be dropped — the decision to prosecute still rests with the police and Director of Public Prosecutions.
02What’s the difference between theft and fraud in Victoria?
Theft involves dishonestly appropriating property belonging to another with the intention of permanently depriving them of it.
Fraud (or “deception-based” offences) involves using dishonest or deceptive conduct to gain a financial or proprietary advantage, or to avoid an obligation.
In short: all theft is dishonest property taking; fraud involves deception and intent to mislead to gain advantage.
03Will I lose my job if charged with fraud or theft?
It’s possible. A charge alone may impact your employment or professional licence, especially if your job involves trust, finances, or working with vulnerable people. Conviction definitely presents stronger risk. The firm emphasises that even “minor offences concerning theft and dishonesty” can have serious consequences for employment and background checks.
04How does the court decide on penalties for dishonesty offences?
Courts consider:
-The value of property involved or the financial advantage gained.
-Whether you held a position of trust or planning/pre-meditation was involved.
-Your prior record, personal circumstances, remorse or restitution.
-Whether the matter is summary (less serious) or indictable (more serious).
For example, theft can carry up to 10 years imprisonment in serious cases in Victoria.
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