Bank Fraud 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1344 is a federal offense that involves the use of false or fraudulent pretenses to obtain money or other assets from a financial institution. This type of fraud is punishable by up to 30 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $1 million. There are various types of Bank Fraud 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1344, including check fraud, wire fraud, identity theft, credit card fraud, mortgage fraud, and financial institution fraud. This type of fraud can be perpetrated by individuals, businesses, or organized criminal groups. It is important to understand that this type of fraud can be committed in many ways and that it is a serious crime.