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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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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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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Aggravated Battery on an Elderly Person – Charges DismissedAt 4:53 pm officers responded to a disturbance and upon arrival met with the elderly victim who stated that the Defendant and her had gotten into a verbal disagreement which then escalated into a physical altercation. The Defendant had struck the victim with a broom stick, a piece of a door frame and slapped her several times in the face with an open palm. The Defendant also placed a cloth towel into the victim’s mouth and held it there as she began to choke. Victim had an abrasion on her left forearm, lower back pain and shoulder pain. The Defendant was arrested and charged with aggravated battery on an elderly person.
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Aggravated Assault w/ Deadly Weapon, Domestic Violence, and Child Abuse – Case DismissedAt 4:28 PM, officer was dispatched in reference to a domestic disturbance between a father and son. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with the Defendant who stated he had a physical altercation with his father. The Defendant stated that he arrived to the residency where he lives with his mother and father; and then a verbal argument ensued with his father which led them to confronting each other in the backyard of the residence. The Defendant also states that his father struck him on the right side of his face causing a litigation to his right eyebrow. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol from the Defendant. The victim stated the Defendant arrived to the residence in a bad mood and began to argue with his mother at which time the victim intervened. The victim also states that the Defendant repeatedly struck him while they were on the ground. The mother of the Defendant then confirmed this. The Defendant was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, domestic violence strangulation, and child abuse.
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Felony Attempted Burglary – Case DismissedAt 10:50 PM, law enforcement was dispatched in emergency mode to respond to a burglary in progress. The officer made contact with victim and he stated that he observed through the peep hole a male with a black shirt wearing a mask and hitting his apartment door with a hammer. The Defendant was attempting to gain force entrance. Victim 1 stated that the Defendant looked like his neighbor who had several disputes in the past with others neighbors and provide the officer with the Defendant’s apartment number #107. The officer made contact with the Defendant and his grandmother. The grandmother stated that the Defendant keeps the hammer in his closet and provide it to the officer. The witness who lives nearby said she heard a loud noise and stepped outside to see what it was. The witness observed the Defendant hammering the door and described the Defendant. She also stated she recognized him as a male who lives in APT#107. The Defendant matched the description and was arrested, charged with Felony Attempted Burglary of an occupied dwelling.
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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