Miami Cyberstalking Lawyers
An Accusation of Cyberstalking Must Be Taken Seriously
Do not underestimate the potential impacts of cyberstalking allegations. If you are under investigation for or facing accusations of cyberstalking, your reputation and freedom are on the line.
Federal laws exist for any type of stalking, including cyberstalking. Using electronic communications technology to threaten bodily injury or death or create emotional distress to an individual could be charged as a federal crime.
In addition, the federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act may also apply, particularly when it comes to secret pictures and audio and video recordings accessed illegally from an alleged target’s computer. Threats of using those images can have serious consequences, mainly when distributed by a phone, a computer, or the Internet.
With over 35 years of combined legal experience, our team at Beckham Solis, Attorneys at Law is highly qualified and prepared to handle your case. If you are facing these charges, we urge you to discuss your rights and options with our Miami cyberstalking attorneys. Your initial consultation is free and confidential, and you can trust that we will be honest and straightforward in our assessment of your federal cyberstalking case.
You can’t afford to waste any time when you are facing cyberstalking charges. Call (786) 244-8010 or contact us online today.
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Domestic Violence Strangulation – Case DismissedAt 4:38 PM law enforcement began to investigate, both the Defendant and Victim 1. The Defendant was taken into custody and taken into interview room for further questioning. The Defendant admitted that he and victim 1 were involved in a verbal dispute but denied that the incident ever became physical. The Defendant and the victims were inside the Defendants vehicle when the argument occurred. Victim 1 explained that the argument escalated when the Defendant slapped her on the left side of her face and moments later on twice on her left thigh. Upon arrival at their home, the Defendant grabbed victim 1 by her hair and shoved her on the bed and mounted her as she now laid next to victim 2. The Defendant then took a black semi-automatic handgun from his waist and stated aloud “Do you want to die today!” Victim 2 began to cry and Victim 1 fled the residence with their child. Victim 1 during the investigation disclosed the Defendant had battered her in the past and provided photographs of the three other events. The Defendant denied this accusations and advised that he was unaware she was injured on those dates. The Defendant was arrested and charged with domestic violence strangulation.
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Felony Exploitation – Case DismissedThe Defendant was employed as social workers and assigned as the caretaker of several elderly people including the 68 years old victim. The Defendant was in a position of trust and had access to the social services office where the victim’s money was kept in a locked box. The box was checked on 07/22/2019 and was missing $200. The Defendant denied taking the money and was taken into custody on a separate charge. The Defendant then admitted to going into the victim’s box and stealing the $200 and was arrested, charged with felony exploitation of an elderly and disabled person.
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2nd Degree Murder – Case DismissedAt 7:43 PM, the Defendant who was a Miami-Dade Public Transit employee surrendered at the Miami-Dade Police Department. The Defendant and the victim engaged in a heated verbal dispute over which exit door the victim was supposed to utilize. The victim was belligerent and yelled obscene remarks to the Defendant who remained on the driver’s seat. The victim reached the Defendant driver’s side window and states the Defendant yelled “F****, Die b****, Jesus is going to kill you.” The Defendant proceeded to intentionally drive and steer the bus in the direction of the victim, cause the bus to run over the victim, leaving the victim under the bus. The victim was transported to Aventura Hospital in critical conditions. The victim sustained fractures to his left foot, left acetabular fracture, C5/ 6 interior superior end plate fractures, C4 transverse process fracture, left pulmonary contusions, contusions to the right hip, and abrasions to the right knee. The Defendant was charged with 2nd degree attempted murder.
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Felony Drug Possession – Case DismissedAt 3:47 AM, law enforcement officer observed the Defendant sitting on the bus stop past curfew. The officer conducted a subject check to find the reasons the Defendant was stationary at the location. The Defendant stated that he was playing a game that required him to be seated. The officer then conducted a pat down and a sharp pointy object was discovered in the Defendant’s left pocket. The Defendant identified the oil as liquid marijuana inside of the pen. The Defendant was then arrested as during curfew period no person shall make use of any streets or sidewalk for any purpose expect active duty, police, fire-rescue first responder, medical health care and utility repair person as well as those returning to their home from work of employment. Defendant charged with felony drug possession.
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Strong Arm Robbery – Case DismissedAt 11:44 PM, law enforcement was called to respond to a possible suspect of robbery and battery. The Defendant had been observed by the victim earlier this day as the Defendant approached the victim while she was eating and having drinks with some friends. The Defendant told the victim she needed to leave the location and if not he would take her phone. The victim then told the Defendant she will not leave the place and he became enraged. The Defendant stroke the victim with a closed right fist in the face and grabbed the victim’s wallet and took without permission $200. The victim contacted the SweetWater Police department and advised them of the Defendants location and that the Defendants vehicle that was parked at the rear of the location where the Defendant was found. At a safe distance, the victim was able to positively I.D. The Defendant was then arrested and transported to TGK, charged with strong arm robbery.
What Is Cyberstalking?
In Florida, cyberstalking refers to the act of using electronic communication to repeatedly harass, threaten, or intimidate another person. This behavior can include sending threatening e-mails or text messages, posting harmful or false information about someone online, or using social media to track and harass an individual.
More specifically, according to Florida statute section 784.048(d), cyberstalking is defined as engaging in conduct that communicates through words, images, or language by use of e-mail or other electronic communication or accessing (attempting to access) online account information of another person without permission, causing emotional distress without “legitimate” purpose. Cyberstalking may also include any intentional act that puts a victim “in reasonable fear” of injury or death or any act that causes “substantial emotional distress” – when committed using any “interactive computer service or electronic communication device” such as social media sites, e-mail, texting, or any form of cellphone, Internet, or computer-based communication.
Cyberstalking may involve one or more of these acts:
- Harassment
- Stalking
- Unwanted contact
- Sexual abuse
- Blackmail
- Extortion
Potential Defense Strategies for Cyberstalking
One potential defense strategy for these charges is to challenge the intent behind the communications, arguing that you never meant to harass, intimidate, or instill fear and that your communications were instead benign or misinterpreted. Additionally, depending on the circumstances, we could argue that your actions served a legitimate purpose, such as attempting to collect a debt or recover property.
Another strategy might involve questioning the reliability and integrity of the digital evidence presented by the prosecution. This can include demonstrating that the evidence was tampered with, is incomplete, or does not directly link the accused to the alleged cyberstalking activities. Expert testimony on the limitations and potential flaws of digital forensics can play an important role in raising reasonable doubt.
Furthermore, we may seek to establish an alibi, showing that during the times in question, you were not in a position to send the electronic communications or otherwise engage in the alleged behavior. We can also potentially bring in character witnesses to vouch for your nature and behavior, suggesting that cyberstalking is inconsistent with your known actions and personality.
Finally, we may invoke First Amendment protections if the communications in question can be demonstrated to fall under free speech. This defense is particularly challenging and context-specific, necessitating a precise argument that your communications were lawful expressions rather than criminal behavior.
Do not wait to discuss your defense options with our Miami cyberstalking attorneys! Call (786) 244-8010 or contact us online today.
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