Attorney Charles Burnham discusses his representation of Dr. John Eastman in the special counsel investigation and the indictment of former President Trump.
What Federal Laws Are Used to Prosecute Fraud and What Penalties Do They Carry?
Federal fraud cases do not rely on a single statute. Instead, prosecutors use a wide network of criminal and civil laws that allow them to charge a broad range of conduct, from misrepresenting information to government agencies to submitting false claims for payment. Understanding these statutes is crucial for anyone under investigation or facing federal