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The Types of Internet Crimes in California

A relatively new type of offense, Internet-related crime, is being treated very seriously in California. Almost 80% of all Internet-related crime arrests occur in the US, with about 10% of these coming from California alone.

While California Internet-related crimes do not involve violence or physical harm, it is important to understand that they are no less serious than other misdemeanors or felonies. The prosecution and punishments for these offenses are severe, and if you are convicted, it could change the course of the rest of your life.

There are many possible types of Internet-related crimes. These include, but are not limited to:

• Child pornography
• Crimes against a child (such as luring them away from their home without consent)
• Cyber-stalking
• Credit card fraud
• Identity theft
• Hacking
• Running online pyramid schemes
• Phishing or spoofing

When you have been charged with an Internet-related crime, it is important that you act immediately. Hiring a Ventura criminal defense attorney who can help you collect evidence, interview witnesses, file the proper motions, and argue on your behalf in a court of law is a crucial first step.

The possible penalties for being convicted of a California Internet-related crime can include prison terms, significant fines, paying restitution to replace funds taken, loss of employment and computer access, and more. That does not even account for the serious disruption to your public and family life.

Call a Ventura criminal defense attorney at Bamieh & Erickson today if you or a loved one has been charged with an Internet-related crime. We can help you get a step ahead of the prosecution, giving you the best possible chance to earn an acquittal or a reduced sentence. (805) 643-5555.

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