Chat Room Crimes in Los Angeles
Illegal Acts on the Internet
With the popularity and wide-spread use of the internet, a common form of communication has become chat rooms. Law enforcement agents regularly set up operations trying to entrap people into committing internet crimes involving
child pornography,
lewd conduct and
child prostitution. This can lead to circumstances where you are charged with a sex crime and prosecuted accordingly. Sending or distributing harmful matter to a person that you knew to be a minor, with the intent of sexual gratification, can be punished by imprisonment in the state prison or county jail.
Attempting to buy or sell child pornography or contribute to the
production of pornography can also result in aggressive prosecution. There are successful defense strategies which can be employed when you are accused of an internet crime. If you were unaware of the true age of the individual you were communicating with on line or if you were the subject of an illegal search and seizure, a
Los Angeles internet crime lawyer may be able to have the charges against you either reduced or dismissed. There are numerous other effective defenses available, depending on the particular circumstances of your case.
Internet Crime Attorney in Los Angeles
At our firm, Mark Haushalter and Ryan Okabe have extensive experience defending their clients against internet crime charges. We keep abreast of new laws, changes to existing laws and successful defense procedures that can influence your case. Our knowledge and skill can be utilized for your benefit.
Please realize that your future is in jeopardy without the assistance of a proven attorney. You may be facing imprisonment, large fines, registration as a sex offender and more. Our lawyers can be counted on to work dedicatedly on your case and do everything that they can to seek a dismissal or reduction of charges.
Contact an internet crime attorney in Los Angeles
if you are facing prosecution for actions taken in a chat room with a minor.