Defence for Theft and Fraud Allegations
Theft and fraud cases range from shoplifting and employee allegations to complex business transactions, identity misuse, false documents, and benefit or insurance claims. The legal issues depend on the exact charge and value alleged.
Dishonesty and Intent Must Be Proved
The Crown must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt. Live issues may include identity, ownership, authorization, honest mistake, claim of right, deprivation or risk of deprivation, knowledge, and whether an accused participated in a plan.
Evidence We Review
- Contracts, invoices, receipts, bank records, ledgers, policies, and audit material
- Messages, emails, account access, device data, IP records, and surveillance
- Authority to transact, workplace roles, system permissions, and business practices
- Continuity and completeness of financial records and expert assumptions
- Statements, alleged admissions, identification evidence, and third-party access
Context Can Change the Meaning of a Transaction
A payment, transfer, possession, or entry in a system may appear suspicious in isolation but have an explanation in the broader record. Preserving complete records is often critical.
Restitution Is Not the Only Consequence
A conviction may involve restitution, fines, probation, custody, employment and licensing issues, immigration consequences, and reputational harm. Exposure depends on the offence, amount, planning, breach of trust, record, and other facts.
How Broadway Law Prepares the Defence
We map the transactions, test attribution and authority, identify missing context, and decide whether forensic accounting or other expert assistance is required.
This page provides general information, not legal advice. Every case depends on its facts and the law in force at the relevant time.