Cyber Crime Lawyer | Internet Crime Lawyer | Cyber Bullying Criminal Lawyer in Ontario Share Tips To Avoid Problems ABOUT INTERNET CRIMES
As the internet becomes more and more integrated into our society, more and more laws are being passed on the subject of internet crimes. Internet crimes are often difficult to defend due to the fact that the area of law new and more liable to have "grey areas". A Toronto area criminal defense lawyer that has extensive experience in criminal defense and internet crimes should be assigned to your case. Building a strong defense against the charges is your best course of action. Just because you have been accused of a crime does not necessarily mean that you will be convicted. A large part of it depends on the attorney that you choose and the amount of experience that he or she has.
Being accused of an internet crime can be extremely startling and frightening. Not knowing what you are up against is the hardest part of being charged with a crime. Speaking with an experienced attorney can give you the peace of mind that you need and help you to begin effectively fighting these charges.
Representing a client accused of computer crimes, also known as cyber crimes, apart from mastering criminal defense skills, requires deep understanding, and comprehension of complex technology as well as knowledge of its possible misuses. Criminal defense attorneys at Richmond Hill Affordable Criminal Lawyer Plug have handled cyber crimes cases in Toronto and around the Ontario. Working together with the nation’s top digital forensic firms we deliver results in even the most complex cyber crimes matters.
What Is Cyber Crime
Cyber Crimes cover a wide range of computer related illegal activities. Despite the obvious implication, the cyber crime is not limited to computers only. According to Canadian Sentencing Guidelines Manual, basically using almost any electronic device for illegal activities, no matter how simple or complicated can be considered in court as cyber crime.
Some types of cyber crimes are simply old-fashioned white collar crimes such as fraud, theft, and embezzlement perpetrated with the help of computers. But in recent years, as the technological capacity has grown, the number of specific technology-related crimes has significantly risen.
Examples of some Internet Crimes
Unauthorized use of a computer
Computer trespass
Computer tampering
Unlawful duplication of computer related material
Criminal possession of computer related material
Defences
Of course, the defence can be raised that you weren’t the person who committed the offense alleged. Other recognized defenses to Ontario computer crime charges are:
1. You had reasonable grounds to believe that you had legal authority to use a computer or alter information on it.
2. You had the legal right to destroy a computer program or information altered while tampering with it
3. You had the legal right to reproduce information contained on a computer
If you’re confronted with allegations of criminal behavior as a result of your online activity, an attorney who is dedicated and experienced with an understanding of how technology might be used is the best person to protect your rights and advocate on your behalf. You can contact us to arrange for a free consultation and case evaluation on any computer crime allegation.
Cyberstalking and Cyberbullying
n Canada, cyberstalking is defined as a pattern of criminal harassment by electronic means, which causes a person to have a reasonable fear for their life or safety of person. Cyberstalking may include repeated telephone calls with the intent to annoy, or repeated contact through an electronic device with the intent to annoy.
Cyberbullying, also a form of criminal harassment, involves the use of information and communication technologies to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behaviour by an individual or group, that is intended to harm others. Cyberbullying may take many forms including spreading false information causing harm to a person’s reputation, sharing images of a person without his or her permission, and pressuring others to exclude someone from a group or community.
In practice, cyberstalking and cyberbullying are stalking or bullying involving the use of a computer, Internet, or e-mail, or chat-rooms. As the use of the Internet for everyday communications and social networking has increased, so too have the incidents of these types of criminal harassment through the Internet.
DEFENDING AGAINST CYBERBULLYING AND CYBERSTALKING CHARGES
Due to a number of high profile cyberbullying cases, the Federal Government is aggressively pursuing convictions on these charges and is introducing sweeping changes to the Criminal Code to expand police and Crown powers to investigate and prosecute these offences. It is critical that as soon as you are charged you retain an experienced criminal lawyer you can trust, to aggressively defend you against these charges.
Internet Crimes involving minors.
Have you been charged with distributing, accessing or producing child pornography? Child pornography charges can include possession (having the images on your computer or mobile device), production (taking photos or filming) and distribution. Texting, emailing, posting can all classify as distribution.
If you are convicted, you may have to serve a lengthy prison sentence. The law is clear that you cannot possess images of persons under the age of 18 if displaying in a sexually intimate position or any sexual act.
Michael McKee is experienced at successfully defending clients charged with these crimes. He understands and will explain to you that the prosecution will have to prove:
The photo or film is of a person under the age of 18
That the photo is actually sexual in nature
That you knowingly possessed the images
Knowing that the person was under 18
Mr. McKee handles many types of child pornography cases and has experience exposing if the Crown cannot prove these elements. He also knows how to prove when police have not handled an investigation properly and if witnesses are actually reliable.
He is also very familiar with defending young teenagers that have emailed or texted a photo of a boyfriend or girlfriend and not realized that they are in fact breaking the law or the repercussions, these charges could have on their future.
Michael McKee understands the devastating impact that any type of sexual assault charge can have on you and your family. As part of his comprehensive representation, he offers counsel that can help you deal with the personal and emotional effects of your case.
His goal is always to minimize the consequences you face. Not only will he will work tirelessly to protect your freedom and criminal record, but he will do everything he can to protect your reputation, including working to prevent your name from being entered onto any sexual offender registries and databases.
We offer very affordable flat rates for these and all other types of Criminal charges and cases. This means no hidden fees or charges. Regardless of your financial situation call our offices if you have any questions about your charges. Proudly accepting Legal Aid Certificates.
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