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Top 4 Worst Cybercrime Convictions in Texas

As a knowledgeable cybercrime defense lawyer can tell you, cybercrimes are criminal activities conducted electronically using the internet. There is a long list of potential cybercrimes that an individual could potentially face. In the following informational guide, a cybercrime lawyer reveals the top 4 worst cybercrime convictions in Texas.

It is important to note that these crimes are punishable not only by the Texas Judicial System, but also by the United States Federal Court System. The penalties for these crimes are harsh, destroying the personal and professional lives of anyone convicted of these charges. Facing a conviction would have serious and lasting consequences, including mandatory prison time and excessive fines.

1. SEX-RELATED CYBERCRIMES

Cybercrime that are sexual in nature are considered to be the worst of all cybercrimes in Texas and on a federal level. These crimes are investigated by top government agencies who have advanced resources, technology, and funding to perform intensive investigations. The most serious sex-related cybercrimes are child pornography and online solicitation of a minor.

CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

There are varying degrees of penalties for charges involving child pornography. These depend on the age of the minor child, amount of child pornography seized, and the intent of the material. Convictions for the development, distribution, and/or promotion of sexual visual material depicting a minor are punished more severely than the possession of child pornography. But, if multiple copies of material are discovered, an individual could face enhanced charge of the intent to distribute child pornographic material. There are ways to beat allegations involving child pornography. A cybercrimes lawyer who has experience in these cases can beat these allegations using proven defense tactics. For example, a common effective defense is claiming that the defendant was unaware the content existed.

SOLICITATION OF AN UNDERAGE PERSON

Another serious cybercrime involves any sexual engagement with an underage person online. This may include online solicitation of a minor through inappropriate conversation, sexual advances, sending or receiving sexual images, etc.

2. CRIMES FOR FINANCIAL GAIN

One of the most common cybercrimes occurs when an individual uses the internet to commit a crime for financial gain.  This can take various forms, including impersonation, hacking, and other fraudulent tactics.  One common form of online fraud is credit card fraud.  In addition to credit card fraud there are other examples

EXAMPLES OF ELECTRONIC CRIMES FOR FINANCIAL GAIN INCLUDE:

Electronic Crimes for Financial Gain
  • Impersonation
  • Password Trafficking
  • Identity Theft
  • Piracy
  • Hacking

CYBEREXTORTION

One of the most serious forms of electronic fraud cybercrimes is known as cyberextortion. This is when an individual threatens to attack an organization using ransomware if they do not comply with their financial demands.

3. PHISHING SCAMS

Phishing is when an individual tricks people, generally via email, by portraying themselves as a member of a reputable organization. They may ask for social security numbers, phone numbers, addresses, etc.

Using these tactics, they are able to trick people into revealing personal information, including passwords, credit card numbers, and other important data.

EXAMPLES OF PHISHING SCAMS INCLUDE:

  • Fake Websites
  • Link Manipulation
  • Session Hijacking
  • Malware
  • Public Wi-Fi Access Points
  • Pop-Ups

Phishing scams are not limited to email. These scams can also be committed via SMS, phone calls, and social media messaging.

4. DATA BREACHES

Data breaches are cyber-attacks that leak private, personal, sensitive information from an organization’s database. This could include sensitive company information, such as trade secrets, as well personal information about its members.

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Systems may be vulnerable to a data breach for numerous reasons, including lack of access controls, stolen hardware, or user error. Many data breaches are committed by an insider who already has access to this information.

Equifax 2017 Data Breach

One notable example of a data breach occurred with the major credit bureau Equifax in 2017.  This data breach revealed the personal information of over 147 million consumers, including their birthdates, social security numbers, and credit card information.

DO NOT FACE CYBERCRIMES ALONE

Do not face allegations of any cybercrime on your own. The federal government fights hard for cybercrime convictions, utilizing the most advanced technology and resources. The Federal Bureau of investigations employs entire units dedicated to internet crimes.

You will need a lawyer who is experienced defending cases on a federal level. Gregg Gallian is former prosecutor, turned criminal defense attorney, who has helped hundreds of clients beat these serious charges.

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Contact Gallian Firm immediately if you are facing allegations for any cybercrime. Call 214-432-8860 or visit the firm online to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.

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