How long do you go to jail for identity theft?

Identity theft is an indictable offence under part 4AB of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW).

Meaning yes, you can go to jail for identity theft.

The Act deals with identity theft by discussing the improper use of identity information.

The Act considers the charge of identity theft in different components, with each carrying a different penalty if found guilty.

For example;

1. If you are found to have used, made or supplied identity information with the intention of committing or helping someone commit identity theft, the maximum penalty is 10 years imprisonment.
2. If you hold identity information with the intention of committing identify theft the penalty is 7 years imprisonment.
3. If you hold equipment, material or another thing that enables you to make documents or other material containing identity information to commit or help a commit identity theft the maximum penalty is 3 years imprisonment. 
   
   

If you have been charged with identity theft, it is important you seek legal advice. Contact us today on (02) 8084 9929 for a free initial consultation.