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Technology is rapidly advancing and as our society is becoming more integrated with the internet, the rate of cybercrimes is increasing dramatically. To stay protected as much as possible, below are some of the most common types of cybercrimes. 

Fraud

Online scams are a newer type of fraud, but we have all experienced them at some point. You anonymously receive an email or text message asking you to provide detailed information or to sign into a shady website. This is referred to as “phishing”. Phishing is used to obtain as much personal information as possible.

Sex Crimes

The most common online sex crime is child pornography. Sexual exploitation of a child or child pornography is a serious sexual offense and a felony. Depending on the acts committed, sexual exploitation of a child can be punishable by up to 12 years in prison. Additionally, the convicted person would also be required to register as a sex offender. Even the minimum punishment would be 2-6 years in prison, a fine, and mandatory sex offender registration.

Electronic Bullying

Bullying is completely under control on online platforms. However, after many suicide attempts from young users, it has been criminalized. Online bullying is a class 3 misdemeanor and is punishable by up to 6 months in jail and carries a heavy fine. So, if you ever feel harassed by these online keyboard warriors, call an attorney to file a claim.

Malware or Viruses

Deliberately distributing malware and computer viruses is a crime. In most cases, because malware and viruses can affect people from outside the state, this can become a federal crime. Depending on the monetary value of the damage caused by this malware or viruses, this type of distribution can be punishable as a class 2 felony.

Piracy

We are warned at the beginning of every film that it is a federal offense to reproduce any movie or music file and is punishable by law. If you choose to reproduce a movie or some music, this is called piracy. Games are also becoming increasingly popular in piracy, and in some cases, can lead to severe sentencing.

Contact a Cyber Crime Attorney

Technology is quite complicated, and the laws surrounding it can prove to be even more complex. To get the best representation and legal advice for cyber crimes, contact our firm today and get a  consultation today.

 

]]> Understanding internet and computer cyber crimes https://www.slccriminallawyers.com/understanding-internet-and-computer-cyber-crimes/ Tue, 17 Dec 2019 17:47:10 +0000 https://criminal.awebdevz.com/?p=2113 Computers, tablets, and smartphones have become such a substantial part of our lives that it is hard to spend a day without interacting with these devices in one way or another. Internet and cybercrimes have been on the rise since the early 2000s when having a home computer hooked up to the internet was typical for more people. In this article, we want to address several cyber-crimes that have become more prevalent. It is our aspiration that reading this article will help you understand more about what is considered an illegal activity. Because our computers are digital and provide absolute anonymity, we can sometimes forget that what we do on a computer or mobile device has real-world implications.

Cyber-bullying, stalking, or hazing

Every state has laws and regulations that define and punish activities that constitute cyberbullying. Cyberbullying occurs when a person, typically a teen or child, uses a computer to threaten, humiliate, or otherwise harass a peer. It may take place over a laptop computer, smart device, or tablet computer and within platforms such as text messages, emails, social media, on the internet forums, or chatroom. Cyberbullies can wreak havoc on their targets at any moment, from nearly anywhere. Since the act does not need in-person communications like physical bullying, charging people within a certain timeframe can be difficult.

Identity theft

This occurs when someone’s personal information is stolen and used or attempted to be used by another person. This includes sensitive information such as full name, date of birth, primary residence, email addresses, phone numbers, social security number, and photo identification. This information is then used for financial gain, employment, or material benefit, such as online shopping. The charges associated with identity theft can be classified as a misdemeanor or felony, usually depending on the number of financial damages that were inflicted.

Illegal content

The internet of the deep web or black web is full of illegal materials. These materials are protected by international laws prohibiting the viewing, use, or distribution of such materials. This includes sexually explicit materials involving children or animals, prostitution service postings, selling drugs or prescription medication, and copywritten materials such as music, video games, and movies.

It is important to remember that crimes on a computer can be charged just the same as crimes in the real world. If you or a loved one has been charged with an internet-related crime, it is important to have a strong defense firm on your side. If you have been charged in Utah and would like to speak with an attorney, contact Utah Criminal Defense Attorneys at

801-987-8409 to speak with a legal professional and schedule a consultation.

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