wire fraud

American

noun

the crime of using interstate wire, television, or radio communications with the intent to defraud.

Etymology

Origin of wire fraud

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

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In 2024, federal prosecutors accused the head of the firm that provided the AI tool, Joanna Smith-Griffin, of defrauding investors and charged her with securities fraud, wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.

From Los Angeles Times

District Judge Kenly Kiya Kato denied a motion to dismiss a case against Mandeep Singh, who is charged with wire fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft.

From Los Angeles Times

In August, the DOJ dropped charges against developer Sid Chakraverty, who was accused of wire fraud and lying to secure favorable tax incentives.

From Salon

Omar Navarro, 37, pleaded guilty in June to a single count of wire fraud for defrauding his own election campaign.

From Los Angeles Times

Also present is Johnathan Lee Riches, a veteran troll and convicted scammer, who—after finishing a prison term for wire fraud—has successfully rebranded as an investigative journalist.

From Slate

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