Internet Crime

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Internet Crime Lawyer

Internet crimes are being increasingly investigated and prosecuted. However, convictions can be difficult to obtain if reasonable doubt can be established regarding who actually used a computer during the commission of a crime and whether a crime was intentionally committed in the first place.

At the law office of Gary E. Gerson, we defend people charged with committing computer-related crimes from child pornography to identify theft, to the release of destructive computer viruses. As your attorney, Mr. Gerson consults forensic computer experts and investigators to evaluate and challenge the allegations and evidence of prosecutors. We also identify questionable actions on the part of investigators and prosecutors in regard to obtaining and executing search warrants, conducting wiretaps, and recovering computer files from seized hard drives.

If you've been charged in a computer-related crime, contact internet crime attorney Gary E. Gerson today and schedule a free, confidential consultation to discuss your case.

Charges Related to Internet Crime

The Law Offices of Gary E. Gerson represents clients charged with committing the following kinds of internet-related crime:

• Hacking
• Fraud
• Release of malicious spyware or destructive viruses
• Identity theft
• Online solicitation of a minor
• Transmitting child pornography
• Linking to Child Pornography

Investigations involving Allegations of Internet Crime

Federal computer crimes often involve months of investigation on the part of federal authorities. Consequently, federal investigators usually amass a great deal of evidence against the accused before an arrest is made. In non-federal cases, investigators do not always have the resources or manpower to conduct a long lasting, thorough investigation.

In both, however, records and information from internet service providers (ISPs) are usually subpoenaed in order to determine when you were online, for how long, what websites were visited, and what email activity occurred. Additionally, a warrant will be obtained in order to seize your hard drive and conduct an analysis of its contents.

Providing a Defense against Charges of Internet Crimes

In order to convict someone charged with committing an internet crime, the prosecution must prove the person charged actually committed the crime with intent and purpose. In certain situations, however, it may be unclear if the accused was actually responsible for intentionally transmitting a virus, uploading pornography, or hacking into a restricted site. As your attorney, Mr. Gerson examines assumptions on the part of prosecutors that involve only circumstantial evidence or contradictory facts.

In cases where guilt is not in question, Mr. Gerson is prepared to negotiate a plea bargain that can often lead to a reduction in charges and sentencing against our clients.

Contact Internet Crime Attorney Gary E. Gerson Today

To schedule a free, completely confidential consultation protected by the attorney-client privilege, contact The Law Offices of Gary E. Gerson today.