Are you facing charges of committing an internet-based crime in Michigan? Prosecution for an internet crime can lead to a complex case due to the technical issues involved. When you face charges of internet crimes, you need experienced, dedicated legal representation who will fight for your rights and interests. Don’t leave the outcome of your case to chance. Contact Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC today for a free initial evaluation with a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney to learn how our firm can help you protect your rights, reputation, and freedom from the consequences of an arrest or conviction for internet crimes.
Why Choose a Criminal Defense Lawyer from Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC?
A conviction for internet crimes can put your reputation and freedom at stake. Your choice of legal representation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Let the legal team at Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC advocate on your behalf because:
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Our firm has over 25 years of experience representing clients’ rights and interests. Our team has an extensive background in criminal law, with managing partner Lisa Kirsch having previously served in the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. Her insights into how prosecutors build and pursue criminal cases allow us to develop effective legal solutions and defense strategies for our clients.
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We offer a client-centric approach to legal representation, thoroughly involving you in the defense process. We strive to provide holistic solutions tailored to your needs, concerns, and goals.
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Our attorneys have a proven track record of advocating for clients in some of the most challenging criminal cases. We leave no stone unturned in pursuing the best possible outcome given the facts of your case, supporting you throughout your case so you never feel alone.
Types of Internet Crimes We Handle
At Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC, an internet crimes defense lawyer can help you fight charges of internet-based criminal offenses, such as:
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Identity Theft – Many cases of identity theft occur online. Identity thieves may attempt to intercept transmissions of personally identifying or financial information, such as when a person makes an online purchase or sends an application online. Identity theft may also involve phishing schemes, where an identity thief poses as another party (such as a bank) to get individuals to hand over financial or personally identifying information.
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Possession and Distribution of Child Pornography – State and federal laws make it illegal for a person to possess, solicit, or distribute materials depicting minors in lewd or sexual situations. Today, many instances of possession and distribution occur online.
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Solicitation of a Minor – A person may face prosecution for attempting to solicit a minor for sexual activity online, such as by contacting and soliciting a minor through social media or dating applications. Law enforcement agencies frequently run sting operations where officers pose as minors to catch individuals seeking to solicit minors.
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Hacking – Hacking crimes can take many forms, such as distributing malware, trojans that provide a hacker access to another party’s computer system, or ransomware that locks a computer system until the owner pays a ransom.
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Cyber Harassment – A person may face criminal charges or a domestic violence case for engaging in cyber harassment, or harassing someone online. Cyber harassment may involve sending annoying, alarming, or threatening messages to another person via text, email, or social media. A person can also engage in cyber harassment by making social media posts that, although not directly targeted at an individual, contain content that they and others would reasonably understand as making an offensive or threatening statement.
Potential Penalties for an Internet Crime Conviction
A person convicted of an internet crime may face various penalties, depending on the nature of their crime. A conviction may result in the imposition of jail or prison time. Internet crimes classified as misdemeanors may result in a jail term of up to one or two years. Crimes classified as felonies can result in prison sentences that can last for years or decades, depending on the grading of the offense. Courts may impose probation as an alternative to part or all of a criminal sentence.
A conviction for an internet crime can also impose financial penalties, including fines and restitution. Restitution requires a convicted defendant to reimburse victims for financial losses they sustained due to the defendant’s crime. A defendant convicted of identity theft or hacking may have to pay restitution as part of their sentence.
Sex-based internet offenses may also result in the imposition of sex offender registration requirements, which obligate offenders to report to law enforcement periodically.
Finally, a conviction will result in a criminal record that may appear in background checks when applying for jobs, housing, or educational opportunities. Unfortunately, the stigma of a conviction can make pursuing such opportunities more challenging.
The potential for the consequences of a conviction for an internet crime to upend your life makes hiring experienced, dedicated legal counsel critical for protecting your reputation and future.
Defending Against Charges of Internet Crimes
As attorneys for a defendant facing prosecution for an internet crime, Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC may employ various defenses to fight the government’s case, such as:
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Lack of Intent – We may argue that the prosecution’s evidence fails to prove that you acted with the culpable state of mind required by the charged statute.
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Mistaken Identity – We may deny your having committed the crime by arguing that prosecutors have misidentified you as the perpetrator. We may present expert testimony to argue that the offense did not occur through your computer system but instead from another user sharing or spoofing your internet identifiers.
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Entrapment – In rare cases, we may have a viable entrapment defense, which requires us to show that government agents encouraged or induced you to commit a crime you otherwise had no intent or inclination to commit.
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Unlawfully Obtained Evidence or Statements – We may seek to exclude evidence from the prosecution’s case by arguing that investigators obtained evidence or inculpatory statements through an unlawful search or an interrogation that violated your rights.
How Can Our Criminal Defense Attorneys Help You?
When you face prosecution for internet crimes, the defense attorneys at Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC can provide the guidance and support you need to go through the criminal justice process and protect your interests. Let us help you seek a favorable outcome for your criminal case by:
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Independently investigating your charges to obtain favorable evidence to support your defense
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Evaluating the facts and evidence to determine your legal options for resolving your charges
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Working with technical experts as necessary to review computer data or other complex evidence
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Explaining your charges and the possible outcomes to you to help you make informed decisions about how to proceed with your case
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Challenging the prosecution’s case at each stage, including moving to exclude unlawfully obtained or inadmissible evidence or dismiss your charges for lack of evidence
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Fighting as hard as necessary to secure the best possible outcome for your charges, even if that means taking your case to trial
Contact Us Today to Discuss Your Options
Following an arrest on internet crime charges in Michigan, you need strong legal advice and advocacy to defend your rights and future. Contact Kirsch Daskas Law Group PLLC today for a free, confidential consultation with our team to discuss your legal options for seeking a favorable resolution to your charges.
