Computers have only been widely used for the last half a century and the internet has been popular for less than half that time, but even so, the number of ways a person can violate the law with a computer and an internet connection seem to grow by the day. These crimes are very complex […]
Will a Private Browser Keep You Out of Legal Trouble?
While most people are online every day these days, few people actually understand the technology involved with making our phones and computers able to access the world of data on the web. That’s normally not a problem, but it can be when it involves underestimating the level of privacy afforded by private browsers such as […]
“Swatting” is a Serious Crime -San Diego Internet Crimes Lawyer
The SWAT (or Special Weapons and Tactics) team is an elite unit of the police designed to deal with particularly dangerous situations. While this special team can help resolve some particularly deadly situations, they can also escalate certain situations when their presence isn’t actually necessary, which is why some internet users have made a game […]
What You Say on Twitter Can Leave You Behind Bars
Americans enjoy great leeway when it comes to what they can say thanks to our country’s extensive protections of free speech. But Oceanside defense lawyers remind you that there are limits to what you can say, both in person and online, especially when that speech may incite someone to commit a crime. While it can […]
A Fallbrook Criminal Lawyer Looks at the Legal Issues in Westworld
HBO’s Westworld is a fascinating look at ethics, technology and human nature.It also brings up a lot of fascinating legal questions that can be difficult for an average person to answer without a Fallbrook criminal lawyer present. Do the Hosts Have Human Rights? While the hosts of the park look and feel human and even […]
Crowdfunding Isn’t for Committing Criminal Acts
Kickstarter, Indiegogo and GoFundMe are all useful fundraising tools for those looking to create a new product, support a charitable cause or who need a little help. But some people approach these sites with less noble ambitions and these questionable campaigns could end up not only getting these people in trouble with the police, but […]
Embezzlement Charges Always Require the Expertise of a Del Mar Criminal Lawyer
Without question, anyone accused of embezzlement needs the assistance of a top Del Mar criminal lawyer. These cases are incredibly complex and any small mistake could impact your outcome later on. In fact, in San Diego, the police and District Attorney both have special departments focused on investigating white collar crimes like embezzlement. Federal investigators also […]
Accessing a Computer Without Permission is a Crime in California
Sure, people do it all the time in TV shows, but if you log in to someone’s computer,computer data or computer network without permission, you’re committing a crime in California. And it doesn’t matter if you were actually try to defraud someone or otherwise commit a crime. Fortunately, you can fight this crime. If you have […]
The Consequences of Getting a Felony Conviction in California
In California, a felony conviction will usually result in consequences beyond the court-ordered sentence. In fact, some of your constitutional rights will be waived after you have been convicted, which is another reason why you should always get in touch with a Del Mar criminal lawyer as soon as you have been charged with any […]
Can Deleting Your Browser History Leave You Behind Bars?
There are all kinds of reasons to delete your browser history, but in some rare cases, doing so could result in criminal charges. The recent case of Khairullozhon Matanov is a perfect example of why you should always contact a Vista criminal defense attorney if you believe you may be under investigation for a crime. […]
