Ellijay, GA asked in Employment Law and Criminal Law for Georgia

Q: If I was scammed into thinking I wad hired by an employer and I was mailed a check in my name and was told it was for pa

Payment and I have all the emails and documents that I wad sent from the scamming business can I be convicted of a felony for cashing it.

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Priscilla T. Upshaw
Priscilla T. Upshaw
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Powder Springs, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: There are more details needed in order to provide you with an answer. It is best to contact an attorney as soon as possible. There are certainly defenses available, but you would need to meet certain requirements under the law.

We are glad to assist you. Contact us today.

-The Upshaw Law Firm, (770) 240-0922.

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