Originally Posted by
pbarnette
Fraud is a crime. Fraud is theft. Are you suggesting that theft of any type should not be prosecuted or only white collar theft?
I don't see where I insinuated that theft should not be prosecuted. If the guy stole something, prosecute him for theft, or the victim has civil remedies. Turning into "wire fraud" (or, in the old days, "mail fraud") represents unnecessary federalization and overcharging.