Computer Hacking refers to the act of gaining unauthorized access to computer systems for the purpose of stealing, altering or corrupting data. Often the access to such confidential information results in pecuniary gain.

Because the FCC holds jurisdiction over the Internet, a defendant is subject to Federal Prosecution, leaving him or her again exposed to the severe Federal Sentencing guidelines. If you suspect that you may be charged or under investigation by the federal government, it is critical that you obtain the services of an experienced federal criminal defense attorney.

The most common penalty associated with hacking crimes is restitution in order to compensate those who suffered financial loss due to the hacking. Because of the considerable financial damage that can result from computer hacking actions, the restitution amount can be quite substantial, and prison terms are not uncommon.

An experienced attorney can often be instrumental in minimizing these associated penalties and fines, saving the defendant thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. An experienced attorney can also help work out reasonable payment plans that actually allow for the defendant to pay the damages back over a reasonable time period, often while keeping the defendant out of jail or prison.

Your lawyer should always consider the possibility of trial in your case, particularly if you did not commit the crime alleged. A trial does not only establish whether the crime was committed. It also is used to establish the amount of loss.

Remember it is up to the prosecution to prove the amount of actual loss. A strong aggressive attorney along with his team of forensic accountants and experts can make tremendous impact on the result of your case.

Pre-trial preparation is the key to successful defense of white collar charges. Your defense team needs to have the experience and expertise to examine computer records to determine which records are relevant to your case and how they might be used for your defense. This investigation generally requires discovery motions to compel prosecutors, employers, banks and other institutions to turn over records that can be used in your defense.

Because of the time and specialized skills involved, mounting a successful defense requires a defense team, not just a single attorney. Prosecutors generally do not pursue cases that they do not feel they can prove in trial. This is why it is critical to dig even deeper into your case than the prosecution and inject the reasonable doubt that will let you win in the courtroom if necessary.

The obvious goal of a criminal defense firm is to get charges against you dismissed or, barring that, get a not guilty verdict.

In the event that it is not possible to disprove a specific charge against you, we can be extremely helpful at sentence reduction. The complexity of white collar cases creates many opportunities for plea bargains, and the lattitude that state court judges can have makes it possible to greatly reduce sentences and penalties.

At LibertyBell Law Group, we have assembled a national team of top trial attorneys with specific experience defending against white collar criminal charges. Our experience spans state courtrooms across the country and the federal court system. Our attorneys have successfully defended clients in cases involving millions of dollars and multiple years of defense work.

Call us now at 1-800-432-BELL (2355) for a free consultation with one of our star attorneys. We stand ready to defend you both inside and outside the courtroom. Early intervention is the key to our mutual success.