The truth about technology crimes in the state of California is that they’re often complex and confusing. In some cases, the person accused of a technology crime doesn’t understand the charges themselves. Whether you understand the charges exactly or you need help with it all, you need an experienced technology crime attorney on your side. Chambers Law Firm is the right choice for that need. We have the experience, the aggressiveness, and the compassion to provide you exceptional legal assistance.
There are many types of technology crimes
The list of potential technology crimes with which you can be charged is long. In fact, almost any crime that has technology as a part of it can be a technology crime. Some of the most commonly charged technology crimes include:
- Internet fraud. This can involve non-delivery of merchandise, lottery scams, advance fee fraud, phishing, work at home scams, etc.
- Cyberstalking. In order to be accused of and convicted of stalking, you don’t have to actually do the stalking in person – it can also be done over the internet. This may include texting, chatting on an online message board, emailing, etc. Each of these can be charged both as stalking and as cyberstalking.
- Identity theft. Technology can be used in a number of ways to steal a person’s personal information and then committing a crime with that information. This would include things like illegally accessing a computer, hacking, and phishing.
- Child pornography. In this day and age, the most common way that child pornography is distributed is via the internet.
- Hacking. The common misconception is that only computer geniuses are hackers, but the reality is that something as simple as copying information from a computer without permission can be considered hacking. So can access, deleting, altering, or using someone else’s computer data and / or computer network without their permission.
- Online piracy. A person who shares, sells, or copies copyrighted materials like books, movies, and music can be prosecuted under the NET Act (No Electronic Theft).
You have defense options against technology crimes
The best defense to your alleged crime will vary based on the specifics of your crime and the evidence against you. However, what is key in all cases like this is that you have an attorney who’s well versed in the technological aspects of the crime you’re accused of.
After all, if you hire an attorney that has 40 years of experience but has never even bought something online, then you can expect they may have trouble understanding the more complex issues involved in your alleged technology crime. In this case, you’re looking for someone like Chambers Law Firm. At our offices, we stay up to date not just on criminal law but on technology in general. You can count on us when you need access to experts who will help present information to a judge or jury in a way that’s easily understood. Contact us today at 714-760-4088 for your free legal consultation.
