Fraud Statutes Flashcards
1
Q
Mail Fraud
A
to intentionally use or cause the mail to be used in support of a scheme to defraud.
2
Q
Each use = ?
A
1 count
3
Q
Can be USPS or….
A
any interstate carrier (fed ex or dhl)
4
Q
Is it a requirement for the defendant to know mail was used?
A
No, only reasonably forseeable
5
Q
When is it considered intrastate?
A
When USPS is used
6
Q
Who can be a victim of mail fraud?
A
- Persons
- Businesses
- Government
7
Q
Wire fraud
A
SAME AS MAIL FRAUD but has to be INTERSTATE that uses a signal or wire transmission.
- Reasonably forseeable
- foreign commerce as well
8
Q
National Stolen Property Act 18 USC 2314
A
- Prohibits interstate transportation of stolen goods.
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