Top-notch Representation from Seattle Identity Theft Lawyers

Experienced attorneys handling state and federal charges

Criminal charges stemming from identity theft have exploded over the years thanks to the popularity of credit cards and the Internet. Prosecutors go after those accused of such crimes forcefully and vigorously, regardless of the age of the accused or the amount of money involved. If you have been arrested for or charged with identity theft, the highly experienced Seattle identity theft attorneys at the Law Offices of James Newton, PLLC understand the serious implications.

We explain your options and make certain your rights are protected as your confront the Washington State or federal criminal justice system. Working closely with a criminal defense attorney in Seattle who is up to date on ever-changing identity theft laws is critical. We give you fair representation and tenacious defense against all charges you may face.

Identity fraud attorneys in Seattle ready to protect you

Serious charges and often severe punishments stem from identity theft accusations. In these types of cases it is imperative that you contact an experienced identity theft lawyer in Seattle as soon as possible. A skilled Seattle criminal attorney at James Newton Law offers immediate help for low-tech and high-tech identity fraud charges that the Washington State Office of the Attorney General defines as:

Low-tech

• Using identity information from a lost or stolen wallet
• Rummaging through trash, recycling and mail for documents containing information
• Posing as someone else or as an organization to get information over the phone
• Creating illegal automated messages instructing victims to enter account information or Social Security numbers
• Looking over someone's shoulder while the person fills out a form, logs into a laptop or enters a PIN at an ATM

High-tech

• Attempting to acquire information through email, text or instant messaging scams
• Lookalike websites
• Skimming devices at cash registers and ATMs
• Lifting information from social media sites

• Data breaches
  • Peer-to-peer file sharing
  • Computer malware and viruses

As longtime federal Internet crime attorneys in Seattle, we are well-versed in the classifications of identity theft charges and the fees and sentences they may carry. Our skilled identity fraud attorneys in Seattle intervene on your behalf in discussions with state and federal prosecutors to make certain your rights and best interests are protected.

Contact a skilled Seattle identity theft defense attorney for a free consultation today

If you are charged with identity theft or fraud, we can help. Call us at 206.389.1855 or contact the Law Offices of James Newton, PLLC online. With offices conveniently located throughout the state, we serve clients everywhere in Washington, including Tacoma, Kent and surrounding areas in King County. We take calls 24 hours a day.