People tend to feel almost invincible when they are online. Unfortunately, this can lead to them doing things that are uncharacteristic for them. This can include exploring sexual fantasies that they wouldn't normally have any interest in. For example, a person might...
Internet Sex Crimes
Plan your defense against internet sex crimes carefully
Being accused of improper sexual behavior online is a rough situation to be placed in. When you are in this position, you have to ensure that you are handling things in the manner you feel is best for your situation. In order to do this, you have to learn a bit about...
Revenge porn ends career of congresswoman
Recently, a congresswoman in another state resigned from the House of Representatives as a consequence of her husband circulating nude photos of her in compromising positions with a female staffer to tabloid and right-wing publications.California freshman Dem. Rep....
Sex-related offenses online are handled very seriously
The internet makes it easy to connect with people who you might not ever have met otherwise. For some people, this is a great opportunity to expand a business or find out about different cultures and places. Unfortunately, it also comes with a darker side. Some...
Understanding what is considered criminal activity online
There are many different things online that can violate the law. Internet sex crimes are one specific category that some might view in a very negative light. Facing charges for something that falls under that umbrella is a challenge because you have to ensure that you...
Sensitivity is imperative in online sex crime defenses
Facing sex-related criminal charges is a very frightening experience. Not only are you being accused of something illegal, but your personal life is also being put out there for everyone to hear. This can make it challenging to develop a defense and face the charges....
Reconsideration of sex offender registry classification ordered
One thing that people who are being charged with child pornography might not think about is having to register as a sex offender because of a conviction. There are two sides that don't see things in the same way when it comes to this. On the one hand, some want to...
You aren’t anonymous on the internet, so use caution
As we recently discussed, internet sex activity might not always be as innocent as it seems. You have to think about how your activities are aligning with the laws. For example, there are strict laws against child pornography in this country, which means that viewing...
Internet activity isn’t always as innocent as it may seem
The internet has opened up a world of possibilities for information and entertainment, but you shouldn't be careless when you are online just because things are available via your computer, tablet or smartphone. It is still possible to engage in illegal activities...
Child porn charges might lead to registering as a sex offender
The pull to view anything and everything on the internet is understandable. Computers, tablets and smartphones bring the entire world to us. While there are many good things that you can do on these devices, there are some that must be avoided at all costs. One of...