Internet-Based Crimes

Defending someone accused of an Internet-related crime requires a specialized set of skills and knowledge. Although the Internet has become an integral part of many people's lives, it is still a relatively new technology, and as such, the laws regarding the Internet are new, complex, and sometimes in a state of flux. It's best to have an experienced and knowledgeable defense attorney on your side when law enforcement is investigating you or charging you with an Internet crime.

The attorneys at Grech & Firetag possess the Internet law experience that will provide you with aggressive and highly competent representation. Contact our law offices today to arrange a free consultation; we'll discuss your options with you.

Types of Internet Crime
There are many specific crimes that can be committed on the Internet, or with the aid of the Internet. These include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Fraud including auction, credit card, domain name, escrow services, and investment fraud, identity theft, phishing, pyramid schemes, and other forms of consumer fraud conducted over the Internet
• Child pornography or exploitation
• Computer intrusion (i.e., hacking)
• Copyright infringement
• Counterfeiting cashier’s checks or other currency
• Cyber-terrorism
• Illegal downloading
• Internet bomb threats
• Internet extortion
• Internet harassment
• Internet Sting Operations (cops posing as children on the internet)
• Password trafficking
• Spamming
• Trafficking in explosive or incendiary devices or firearms
• Virus creation/distribution

Defending Against Internet Criminal Charges
When an individual is accused of committing an Internet crime, as in any criminal case, it is the duty of the district attorney or federal prosecutor to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused person is guilty of the charge(s). The committed criminal defense lawyers at Grech & Firetag will act aggressively to protect your constitutional rights at all stages of an Internet crime case, including:

• At the initial investigation phase
• Throughout negotiations with prosecutors to minimize the charges, arrange a plea bargain, or get the charges dropped
• Contesting issues such as illegal search and seizure and whether your privacy rights were violated
• At trial, including efforts to obtain an acquittal
• At sentencing, to minimize the sentence and penalties

The Law Offices of Grech & Firetag have aggressively defended individuals who have been set-up by law enforcement or so-called news reporters posing as underage children on the internet.  The penalties for these offenses are substantial and if charged with this type of offense you need attorneys who have litigated in the trial and appellate courts with successful results.  Experience counts in this new area of law and Grech & Firetag are proud to be at the cutting edge of contesting police entrapment.

We explore all possible defenses and sentencing alternatives that are appropriate for our clients' unique circumstances. You can turn to Paul Grech, Jr., a Bar Certified Criminal Law Specialist, and Chad W. Firetag for the top-notch legal counsel and representation required to obtain the best outcome for your Internet crime defense. Contact the Law Offices of Grech & Firetag today and get the help that you need.