Fraud Solicitors in Devon

Devon's fraud caseload reflects the county's two economies: rural and agricultural business inland, where subsidy and livestock-related fraud allegations arise, and a coastal tourism trade where holiday letting, insurance and hospitality-related fraud is more common, with Exeter Crown Court handling the more serious matters from across the county.

Whatever the setting, the legal framework is the same - the Fraud Act 2006 defines the offence around dishonest false representation, failure to disclose information, or abuse of position, and a defence solicitor's job starts with the police interview under caution, moves through reviewing the prosecution's disclosure once charges are laid, and continues through to trial if the case can't be resolved earlier. Confiscation proceedings under the Proceeds of Crime Act often follow a conviction where any financial benefit was obtained.

Firms across Devon also act for individuals and businesses who've been defrauded, advising on reporting to Action Fraud and pursuing civil recovery where the person responsible can be identified.