Internet Crimes

There are various kinds of phishing schemes going on every day all across the country.If you are under investigation for engineering such a scam, or participating in one what should you do? Phishing explainedA phishing scam is one in which fraudulent information is...

Misrepresenting who you are by utilizing the personal information of someone else, or someone’s business, is a serious crime in Wisconsin. If you are currently facing an identity theft charge, you may be feeling understandably uneasy about the repercussions you...

Living in the digital age means there is no shortage of access to computers and the internet. The freedom to go online at any time from anywhere has created a false sense of security and entitlement for some individuals. People who use computers and other electronic...

Cyberbullying is a widespread phenomenon. This term refers to using the internet to intimidate, harass or harm another person. And while bullying is an age-old problem, it largely takes place online now rather than in-person. Cyberbullying often occurs on social media...

Social media platforms are an essential part of our society. Millions of people use websites and apps such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat every day. Most people even get their news from social media platforms. Due to the skyrocketing popularity of...

Sometimes, the most benign actions can lead to serious consequences. Heading online to play a practical joke on someone may result in humor...or something much worse.In Wisconsin, impersonating someone or lying about your identity to entice another to engage with you...

Email is one of the most useful forms of electronic communication. Of course, its popularity is dwindling with the rise of texting. But it is still common to use email for communicating with individuals and staying up to date with subscriptions to...

As the use of the internet continues to grow, so do the opportunities for cyber crime. As such incidents increase, so do the government's attempts to stop them.If you or a loved one face charges for cyber crime, it is important to understand the charges to know what...

In this age of everchanging digital technology, computer crimes are keeping up with tech developments. One that has been around for many years is phishing. However, it has expanded past the computer over the years. The following are the different types of phishing...

Many people in Wisconsin who commit crimes online fall prey to the false sense of security that the internet provides. Some of these individuals may not be aware that some of their online activities are illegal and can result in them receiving criminal charges. Others...