Allegations of identity theft and counterfeiting are serious matters in South Carolina and anywhere across the country. When news articles report an arrest for stealing someone's identity, the public takes notice. No one wants to have their personal information at risk, and the public consciousness often assigns guilt to the accused without knowing exactly what happened. But that is part of the reason for the legal presumption of innocence, which attaches to every single person accused of any crime, including identity theft charges.
Not only is that presumption important, but it is also crucial to understand news reports are often simply a summary of what the authorities say happened. It is sometimes better to read news reports, and ask what is missing, rather than simply accepting what is offered.
In August two Gaffney residents were arrested on a charge of forgery and identity theft. Police claim a 30-year-old man and 31-year-old woman tried to cash a check from Allstate at Dee Tee's Quick Stop in downtown Gaffney. For an undisclosed reason the clerk refused to cash the check and notified authorities. Also for an undisclosed reason, police identified the Gaffney residents as suspects. In the meantime, the two are said to have tried to cash the check again at another Dee Tee's in Spartanburg, which was also refused.
The two were later seen in a yard outside a residence on Fifth Street. After conducting a search warrant at the home, a detective arrested them, though no further information was provided concerning the search warrant or the specific basis on which it was granted. The news article only says the two were observed in the yard. The search apparently yielded 13 identification cards from North and South Carolina, as well as 100 counterfeit checks from various businesses. Police say they also found what they believed to be fake diplomas and criminal background check forms.
While the specific details remain open to question, the fact is these two individuals face serious allegations. They will need to mount a spirited defense to the claims against them. A South Carolina attorney dedicated to protecting the legal rights of people accused of identity theft and related crimes may offer some support and guidance as they confront the maze of the criminal justice system.
Source: GoUpstate, "Two Gaffney residents charged in ID theft, counterfeit scheme," Lynne P. Shackleford, Aug. 11, 2011
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