Los Angeles Internet Crime Defense Attorneys

Los Angeles Internet crime defense attorneys represent individuals who have been charged with or are under investigation for computer and Internet-related crimes. We understand very well how such charges may have an adverse impact on your life. If you are facing Los Angeles Internet crime charges, whether it's relating to identity theft, fraud, harassment, solicitation or child pornography, you need skilled legal representation to defend yourself. Please contact an experienced and skilled Internet crime defense lawyer at Wallin & Klarich so we can start building and strong defense for you.

New technology, especially the World Wide Web, has changed our lives in innumerable ways. But these new technologies and new ways of doing things, also bring with them new legal issues. In fact, it is still an emerging area of the law in California and the rest of the United States. The Los Angeles Internet crime defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich defend persons who have been charged with Internet crimes such as:

• Internet fraud and computer fraud including phony e-mail campaigns to secure people's personal information and other types of online scams.
• Credit card fraud and identity theft, "phishing"
• Internet gambling
• Sale of illegal and counterfeit goods over the Internet
• Piracy including computer game piracy, video piracy, music piracy and software piracy
• Cyber stalking
• Exploitation of minors through Internet pornography
• Possession or dissemination of child pornography over the Internet
• Hacking and computer sabotage

Both local and federal law enforcement agencies have become extremely aggressive in their pursuit and investigation of individuals committing various offenses online. The anonymity of the Internet gives those who want to commit fraud or certain offenses against children, to operate in a relatively safe environment. Local law enforcement is catching up very quickly. Local police agencies as well as federal authorities are using new strategies to detect Internet crimes. Very often, sting operations are conducted where, for instance, a police officer or FBI agent will pose as a child and arrange meetings with adults who want to be with them for sexual purposes.

Internet crimes often cross state lines and so, may be charged as federal crimes as well. This could potentially add to your sentence and make the case that much more complex. If you have been charged with an Internet crime in Los Angeles, it's critical that you find a Los Angeles criminal defense law firm that is experienced with both California and federal Internet laws. The Los Angeles Internet crime attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have 30 years of experience defending clients and fighting for their rights. Call us today for a free consultation and case evaluation.