Internet Crimes

Miami Internet Crimes Defense Lawyer

Criminal investigation and prosecution of Internet crimes is growing as the Internet grows. Virtually every federal law enforcement agency now has a specialized division to focus on computer and Internet crimes. If you have been charged with an Internet crime, you need a lawyer's advice as soon as possible. The laws governing the Internet are being developed and redefined on a constant basis. An attorney specializing in this area must stay up-to-date.

Miami criminal defense attorney Bruce Alter has handled many cases related to computer fraud and the Internet. At the Law Offices of Bruce A. Alter we always consider involving technical experts to help with the defense. Among the Internet crimes handled by our office are:

• Internet Pornography/Child pornography
• Internet gambling
• Internet Identify theft
• Internet Pharmacy
• Internet Fraud

One of the most common Internet crimes involves identify theft. By hacking onto web sites or phishing (masquerading as a trustworthy business entity in an e-mail communication or a web site), people can attempt to obtain user names, passwords, credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, or driver's license numbers. The information is often used to make purchases or apply for credit cards. There has been a tremendous increase in criminal prosecutions of Identity Theft and related crimes, and an increase in the punishment.

The government is also increasing the number of people it arrests for Internet gambling. In the early days of the Internet, it was perfectly legal to set up an offshore corporation and create a web site where people could go online and gamble. However, Congress has tightened its control of gambling and now it is often illegal to accept wagers on-line. We are prepared to intervene during the early stages of any criminal investigation into Internet gambling.

Free consultation: Contact Miami criminal defense attorney Bruce Alter if you have been charged with an Internet crime.