Computer Crimes

Texas Internet and Computer Crime Attorney

Today's information technology revolution has had a powerful impact on the criminal justice system. New criminal offenses have been defined, new approaches to investigation and evidence are developing, as are new strategies to defend people accused of computer crimes. The Matlock Law Firm has always been committed to a thorough understanding of the interrelationship of computer technology, the law, and criminal defense for our clients.

Contact Fort Worth criminal defense lawyer Shawn Matlock for a free consultation about your case if you have been charged with any crime involving computer data or the Internet. Examples of such offenses include:

• Identity theft
• Sex crimes such as possession of child pornography or online solicitation of a minor for sex
• Drug crimes, including unauthorized online sale of prescription drugs or counterfeit drugs
• Use of a computer to generate false documents of any kind, including immigration documents
• Unauthorized use of financial information or other confidential data
• Internet fraud ranging from offshore loan scams to misrepresentation or sale of stolen goods in online auctions
• Internet crimes such as hacking or phishing

Most computer crimes can be charged under state or federal law. The transmission of data across state lines is usually sufficient to support federal jurisdiction in an Internet case, but the U.S. Attorney's Office will most often defer prosecution of minor offenses to local Texas authorities. Nevertheless, the evidence developed in a federal investigation can be used against you in a state prosecution.

Shawn Matlock has the experience and technical understanding necessary for developing and executing effective defense strategies in a wide range of computer crimes. To learn how this experience can help your defense, contact The Matlock Law Firm in Fort Worth for a free consultation.