Okabe & Haushalter
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Okabe & Haushalter

Los Angeles Internet Crime Attorney

Los Angeles Internet Crime Lawyer

Let Us Clear Your Name: Call 310-430-7799 Immediately

Facing any type of criminal allegation can be incredibly frightening, particularly when the matter revolves around an internet crime. There is a stigma to internet crime charges and allegations that can be difficult to overcome when fighting these allegations. Due to the nature of the various types of internet crimes, you cannot risk going up against prosecutors without a skilled attorney by your side. At Okabe & Haushalter, our Los Angeles internet crimes defense attorneys have the resources necessary to conduct a complete investigation into your case. We understand that these offenses are serious, and they may even qualify as federal crimes. Let us get to work on your behalf today.

Why Choose Our Los Angeles Internet Crime Defense Attorneys?

If you are facing an internet crime in Los Angeles or throughout Southern California, you need to turn to a trusted team that has vast experience handling cases like this. At Okabe & Haushalter, we do not play games when it comes to ensuring that you receive the resources you need.

  • We understand the ins and outs of the law, including how to successfully fight your charges.
  • We understand that no two cases are alike and provide our clients with personalized solutions.
  • We understand what is at stake and act swiftly to help secure a satisfactory outcome.
  • We understand that you may have questions and can keep you informed every step of the way.

For professional advice regarding your case, call Okabe & Haushalter at 310-430-7799. We provide a FREE case evaluation.

Fighting Cybercrime Charges In Southern California

In today’s society, a broad number of criminal offenses involve the internet. The easy access to people and businesses all over the world and seeming anonymity make it easier to participate in unlawful activities.

White collar offenses should be taken very seriously, as a conviction could result in devastating penalties. These allegations may have devastating impacts upon your family, career, and future opportunities, so you need to be confident that your attorney has the experience, skill, and dedication needed to aggressively defend you against the charges.

Powerful Criminal Defense For Internet Crimes

At Okabe & Haushalter, our Los Angeles internet crime defense lawyers possess the knowledge and resources which have proven to be so valuable in defending clients accused of internet crimes. At our firm, we handle these types of cases throughout all cities and counties in California and are prepared to help you fight your charges.

Our firm has defended clients against all types of internet crimes, including those that involve:

  • Unlawful contact with the minor
  • Child pornography possession
  • Child pornography production
  • Hacking
  • Phishing or identity theft
  • Internet fraud
  • Chat room crimes
  • Internet hate crimes
  • Cyberbullying
  • Work-from-home scams
  • Lottery or prize sweepstakes scams
  • Credit card fraud

Our firm may be able to help if you are facing any type of internet crime (we handle additional criminal offenses as well – we welcome you to contact a lawyer at our firm to see how we can help). We have defended clients against a wide variety of internet charges, and our skill and experience will enable us to build a powerful defense strategy for your case. In these and all related offenses, we can provide you with the vigorous legal counsel that actually makes a difference in the outcome of a case. We are ready to see how we can best assist you – schedule a consultation to talk about your arrest or charges.

ACCUSED OF AN INTERNET CRIME IN LOS ANGELES? MISTAKES TO AVOID

Your behavior and activities following an accusation of an internet crime can play a significant role in how the case against you proceeds. Avoiding certain common mistakes is vital at this time.

The types of errors you could make in these circumstances vary depending on the specific nature of the crime you’re being accused of. The following are merely some general mistakes you should guard against:

  • Using the internet extensively: It may be virtually impossible for you to completely avoid using the internet while you wait for your case to be resolved. Like most people now, you probably use the internet for various purposes throughout your daily life. However, if you’ve been accused of an internet crime, odds are you typically access the internet to do more than simply check email, browse social media, etc. Try to identify any activities you engage in online that could make you a target for law enforcement. Even if you know you’re not breaking any laws, strongly consider refraining from these activities for now. You don’t want to give the prosecution additional ammunition to be used against you.
  • Attempting to destroy evidence: You might be tempted to destroy evidence that could be used against you by deleting downloaded materials, clearing your search and browsing history, and taking other such steps. Don’t do this. It’s possible law enforcement or prosecutors could recover this evidence anyway. They (and a jury) will have understandable reason to be suspicious if it’s found that you attempted to get rid of said evidence. Additionally, having access to all evidence that may be used against you is critical for your attorney as they build your case.
  • Discussing your case: Don’t discuss your case online (or anywhere else outside of conversations with your attorney) even if you believe you’re doing so anonymously. You could accidentally make incriminating statements.

This isn’t an exhaustive list. When discussing your case with a qualified Los Angeles internet crime attorney, consider asking more questions about what you should and shouldn’t be doing online while the case against you moves forward. They can help you better understand how to protect yourself.

EXAMPLES OF DEFENSES A LOS ANGELES CYBER CRIME LAWYER MAY USE

The defenses our Los Angeles internet crimes lawyers employ when representing clients are tailored to their situations and needs. Be aware, your lawyer can’t lie on your behalf, claiming you’re innocent of a crime you’ve committed.

You must be honest with your lawyer. They can only build a strong case if all the information you provide them with is accurate.

To get a sense of how an attorney may defend you, consider the following examples of common defense strategies:

  • Showing someone else committed a crime while using your device or while masquerading as you via one of your major online accounts
  • Showing you unknowingly committed a cybercrime, which happens more often than many realize
  • Demonstrating that the evidence against you has not been obtained legally
  • Proving law enforcement induced you to commit a crime you otherwise would not have committed

ENLIST OKABE & HAUSHALTER FOR YOUR CASE! CALL US AT 310-430-7799.

Consult a defense attorney immediately if you suspect that you are under investigation for any type of internet crime, or if you have already been arrested in conjunction with an internet-related offense. It may be that law enforcement has already amassed evidence against you, or that you are only in the initial stages of an investigation. Either way, you are giving yourself the best chance at a successful outcome by consulting a Los Angeles internet crimes defense attorney as soon as possible.

The penalties for an internet crime may include a state prison or county jail sentence, probation, fines, community service, restitution (in the case of a theft or fraud crime), sex offender registration (in the case of an internet sex crime), and more. However, you can take action and benefit your future and your freedom by consulting our firm. We have experience both in public defense and in prosecution, and apply this diverse knowledge to defending our client’s cases, helping them reach the best outcome we can.

Contact our Los Angeles internet crime lawyers today to learn about your defense options!