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If Your Loved One Has Been Arrested Follow These 3 Crucial Steps
The severity of cybercrime charges can range from a Class C misdemeanor for data tampering (punishable by a fine of up to $500) to a first-degree felony for identity theft resulting in significant financial losses (up to life in prison and a $10,000 fine). To give your loved one the best chance at protecting their freedom, you should:
Call Paul Doyle & Associates
The best thing you can do is connect them with an experienced lawyer who understands internet crime cases. Paul Doyle & Associates will protect their rights and guide them through what’s ahead.
Tell Them to Keep Quiet
Remind your loved one not to talk about the case to the police or anyone else. Their lawyer should be the only one speaking for them. In the meantime, you've got to rememer to do the same, even on social media.
Handle Evidence Right
Keep evidence safe and turn it over to Paul Doyle & Associates. Also, don't start deleting things. Police can tell when a device is wiped, and if your loved one is innocent, this may make them look guilty.
Why Choose Paul Doyle and Associates? Strong Representation in Houston
Free Consultations
Paul Doyle and Associates offers free consultations to individuals facing criminal charges. It costs you nothing to see if there's anything our lawyers can do to help your situation. Reach out to our Houston defense attorney office to get started.
A Team of Dedicated Attorneys
Paul Doyle and Trevor Sharon combine their knowledge of criminal defense to provide Houston clients with strong representation, no matter their charges. Our lawyers have represented several high-profile cases involving celebrities and athletes, and they bring that level of dedication to every case.
Small Caseloads
Our attorneys limit the number of cases they take. If we take your case, we will dedicate the time and attention it deserves. As we work, we'll keep you updated on the status of your case and give you access to our direct line if you have any questions.
Facing Charges?
Hire a Defense Lawyer Who Understands Your Situation
Facing cybercrime charges is overwhelming. The moment you’re accused, police may take your devices. Your name could be tied to serious, damaging accusations, even if you’ve done nothing wrong. These cases are complicated, and it’s easy to feel doomed.
Even worse, people often assume guilt the moment words like “child pornography,” “solicitation,” or “internet fraud” are mentioned. Your reputation, your freedom, and your future are all at risk. But being charged doesn’t mean you’re guilty. And with the right legal representation, it doesn’t mean you’re alone.
At Paul Doyle & Associates, we understand how frightening this is. We know how fast these cases move and how harsh the consequences can be if you don’t act quickly. Our team has years of experience defending people just like you in Houston and across Texas. We’ll stand between you and the system, protect your rights, and fight to make the facts known to a jury. Request your free consultation now:
"Paul Doyle & Associates are very professional and know how to get favorable results. Despite the obstacles, Paul Doyle worked arduously and diligently resulting in my case being dismissed." — Robby, 5-Star Google Review
What Is a Cyber Crime?
According to the Texas Penal Code
Internet crimes refer to several established criminal acts that may be committed with new technology and the internet. The Texas Penal Code includes:
- Online harassment.
- Tampering with electronic voting results.
- Online solicitation of a minor.
- Online solicitation of a prostitute.
With the growth of technology today, the internet and computer networks have increasingly been used to commit computer crimes. The laws in Texas, including identity theft and solicitation of a minor, have been placed in a gray area due to the anonymity provided to users of new technology. As your criminal defense attorney, Paul can navigate these gray areas to reach a fair conclusion for your case.
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Common Cyber Crimes Paul Doyle Has Defended
Paul conducts extensive criminal defense investigations for his clients, knowing that the prosecution can often overlook essential facts that may render a different judgment. His law firm has experience with the following charges:
Cyber Bullying
In 2003, Texas established using another person’s identity to create false profiles and pose as them an illegal act, both on the internet and through text messages. A person who poses as another on the internet can be charged with fraud or cyber bullying, given that there was intent to cause harm. Being accused of cyber bullying or online harassment is a serious matter. Penalties can range from a Class A misdemeanor to a third-degree felony. Seek criminal defense immediately if you have been charged.
Child Pornography
The internet has facilitated the distribution of child pornography. As a result, law enforcement agencies have developed “sting” operations to catch buyers and sellers. Officers will pose as interested buyers or distributors of child pornography and use the information gained to identify those actually in possession of the pornographic material. The consequences of a child pornography charge can be severe. Defenses are available to those unaware that their downloaded or shared images were child pornography. Regardless, if you have been charged with possession of child pornography, you should seek legal help immediately.
Solicitation of a Minor
In 2003, Attorney General Greg Abbott established a Cyber Crimes Unit, primarily to catch child predators online. Law enforcement officers pose as minors in online chat rooms to obtain a solicitation of a minor charge, even on adults-only, sexually-oriented websites. Officers, some of whom are experts at identifying lonely or unaware individuals, attempt to instigate a statement “to solicit or entice” a meeting or sexual conduct. Unexpectedly, an individual may be facing a felony charge, which entails prison time and possible lifetime registration as a sexual predator. Cases may be brought against persons who lacked intent to engage in any activity, believing their conduct to be an anonymous internet fantasy. If you’re facing a charge of solicitation of a minor, you will need a defense lawyer to present your case.
AI Deepfakes
Texas has laws in place prohibiting the production and distribution of deepfake videos, or videos that appear to depict a real person performing an action that did not occur in reality. Deepfake videos that are illegal to create or distribute include pornographic material and videos used in the political arena. If you have been charged with creating or distributing deepfakes, contact an attorney. An Unlawful Production or Distribution of Certain Sexually Explicit Videos or True Source of Communications charge can result in a Class A misdemeanor.
Identity Theft
Identity theft is the use of someone else's personal identifying information. It can occur for a variety of reasons, like applying for credit, filing taxes, or receiving medical care. However, you may have used someone else's identifying information without intending to defraud or cause harm. For example, maybe your friend asked you to use their debit card to make a withdrawal from the bank. Identity theft is a felony in Texas and can result in paying restitution to the victim, so put a lawyer on your side to mitigate any consequences.
Other Cyber Crimes
As your criminal defense attorney, Paul is prepared to defend you against various internet crimes, including those listed above and internet fraud charges. The investigation is critical regarding internet crimes. Innocent people may easily be prosecuted for crimes they didn’t commit, and actual perpetrators are often hard to find. As your attorney, Paul works to analyze the details of each case to minimize the possible consequences of a wrongful internet fraud conviction.
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If you or a loved one has been accused of an internet crime, you need a lawyer who has dealt with similar cases in Houston, TX, and knows how to defend you.
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