Minneapolis Internet Crimes Attorney
As internet use has increased, so has there been an increase in internet crime. State and federal investigators have stepped up their diligence in efforts to reduce identity theft and internet fraud. Online crime poses special problems and challenges for prosecutors, due to the nature of the environment in which they are committed. Oftentimes their evidence is circumstantial, yet they will act on such evidence in prosecuting their case. As an experienced Minneapolis criminal defense lawyer, my legal team will do our own investigation to determine exactly what occurred, and will attack the validity of the government's case.
Internet crimes can be divided into two categories; internet sex crimes, and white collar crimes. They are both usually prosecuted as felonies, and carry harsh sentences that include jail or prison time and high fines. The Law Offices of William K. Bulmer II defends all types of criminal cases involving internet crime, including:
- Identity theft
- Computer fraud
- Computer hacking
- Credit card fraud and theft
- Internet "phishing"
- Promoting a computer virus
- Illegal internet business
- Cyber stalking
- Internet solicitation of a minor
- Possession or distribution of child pornography
Unique Issues Associated With Proving Internet Crime
Being charged with an internet crime does not mean you are guilty. The prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were the one who used the computer for an unlawful activity. This may not be easy to prove with the possibility of hackers and "phishing" schemes that make it seem like an e-mail came from your website or e-mail account, when it really did not. I will dispute the use of wiretaps, surveillance, and search warrants on constitutional grounds, and, depending upon the facts of your case, I will negotiate for reduced charges, if this is in your best interest.
Contact a Minneapolis Internet Crimes Lawyer
today to review your internet crime charges.
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