Practice Areas
Cybercrime & Computer Crimes Defense
Computer-crime cases turn on digital evidence - logs, devices, accounts, and metadata - and on technical questions that juries find unfamiliar. The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and related statutes are broad, but the government still must connect a specific person to specific conduct.
What computer-crime charges cover
These cases span unauthorized access, data theft, computer-enabled fraud, and related conduct. Many are charged federally under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, often alongside wire fraud or identity-theft counts.
- Unauthorized access to protected computers
- Data theft and trafficking in credentials
- Computer-enabled fraud schemes
- Aggravated identity theft allegations
Attribution and digital evidence
A central question is attribution - proving who was actually at the keyboard. IP addresses, shared devices, and account access do not always point to one person. The reliability of the forensic methods and the chain of custody are examined closely, often with defense consultants.
Authorization and intent
Whether access was actually unauthorized, and whether the alleged intent existed, can be genuinely disputed. Terms-of-service questions, ambiguous permissions, and legitimate use are part of the analysis.
Prior results and recognitions do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts.
Answers
Frequently asked questions
General information about cybercrime & computer crimes. It is not legal advice. Every case turns on its own facts.
How does the government prove who used a computer?
What is the CFAA?
Can a defense consultant help?
Facing a federal investigation or serious charges?
Speak directly with George G. Mgdesyan about your situation. Consultations are confidential, and the sooner you call, the more can often be done.