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Did Frank Really Pass the Bar?

Published in Frank Abagnale Jr. Claims 1 min read

No, Frank Abagnale Jr. did not pass the bar exam. Despite his claims, there is no official record of him having passed the bar in Louisiana or any other jurisdiction.

The Truth About Frank Abagnale Jr.'s Legal Claims

Frank Abagnale Jr. is widely known for his history as a con artist, with many of his life claims eventually being proven to be exaggerations or outright fabrications. Among these disproven assertions was his claim of being an attorney and having successfully passed the bar examination.

Debunked Claims:

  • Bar Exam Passage: There is no record of Abagnale passing the bar exam in Louisiana or anywhere else. His assertion of being a licensed attorney has been thoroughly debunked.
  • Work in the Attorney General's Office: Abagnale also claimed to have worked in the Attorney General's office, which is another claim that has been disproven. He never held such a position.

These facts highlight that his supposed legal career was part of the elaborate deceptions he perpetuated throughout his life.