New York Identity Theft Lawyer Russ Kofman Explains Identity Theft and its Different Types
Apr 22, 2022
April 22, 2022 - /PressAdvantage/ - New York identity theft lawyer Russ Kofman releases a new article (https://www.lebedinkofman.com/practice-areas/criminal-defense/identity-theft-crimes/) explaining the meaning of identity theft and its different types in New York City. The lawyer mentions that identity theft refers to the illegal use of someone’s information in order to obtain credit. According to 18 USC 1028A, aggravated identity theft requires that a defendant who is convicted will be sentenced to an additional two years in prison.
“This offense carries a maximum term of 15 years’ imprisonment, a fine, and criminal forfeiture of any personal property used or intended to be used to commit identity theft. Additionally, the Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act was enacted in 1998. This act prohibits the transfer of identification, knowingly or without lawful authority, of another person with the intent to commit unlawful activity,” says the New York identity theft.
The lawyer explains that there are different types of identity theft. This includes criminal, medical, or financial identity theft. Criminal identity theft happens when a criminal misrepresents themselves as another person during an arrest. Medical identity theft happens when someone identifies themselves as someone else to obtain free medical care. Lastly, financial identity theft occurs when someone uses another’s information to obtain credit, goods, or services.
Attorney Russ Kofman says that there are a lot of ways identity thieves can obtain information. They may search for discarded electronics, public records, or computer hacking using computer viruses. With this stolen information, an identity thief may be able to commit a lot of crimes. These crimes include applying for loans and credit cards, withdrawing money from bank accounts, or using credit cards to obtain other goods.
According to the identity theft lawyer, “Recently, identity theft facilitated by the internet has increased. Identity thieves commonly use computer technology to obtain the personal information of victims. Many victims hastily respond to spam or unsolicited emails that promise benefits but request identifying data. Criminals may obtain a large amount of personal data from technological sources and use it for personal gain.”
While Identity Theft-related criminal offenses can be serious by themselves, they are often connected to other crimes. The most frequent felony charges for Identity Theft are Possession of a Fraudulent Instrument, Forgery, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property (CPSP), and others that we haven't discussed.
Lastly, attorney Kofman emphasizes the importance of having a skilled lawyer when dealing with matters such as identity theft. An experienced lawyer may be able to help the defendant understand their rights and protect their freedom.
About Lebedin Kofman LLP
Russ Kofman is a seasoned, aggressive litigator handling cases in both the state and federal courts. He is a managing partner of the Lebedin Kofman Law firm. The lawyer handles civil rights cases as well as family law, high-net-worth divorce, and highly contested custody cases. Attorney Kofman believes in his clients and works hard to fight for their rights and help them receive the best possible outcome for each of their cases. Call today to speak with attorney Russ Kofman: 646-663-4430.
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