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Cyberstalking Laws in Texas

Cyberstalking can generally be thought of as harassment that takes place on the internet or through another electronic means of communication. The target of such a crime might be an individual, a group, or an organization. In most cases, the perpetrators of cyberstalking are individuals, but there are also cases of mob cyberstalking.

Cyberstalking is a serious crime that can cause victims undeserved emotional harm, compromise their safety, or damage their reputation. Therefore these crimes must be taken seriously. However, it can sometimes be difficult to know where the line is between passionate discussion and harassment. If you have been accused of or charged with cyberstalking, contact the Denton criminal defense attorneys of Alexander & Associates at 972-420-6560.

Signs of Cyberstalking

The following are the signs that cyber safety organizations tell individuals to look for in order to determine if they should report cyberstalking:

• Having their computer or email hacked or attacked
• Being falsely accused of things, including of being an online harasser, with the actual perpetrator claiming to be the victim
• Having websites created in their name without their permission
• If friends, family, or co-workers are approached by the potential harasser

In Texas, cyberstalking may fall under state or national law depending upon the circumstances of the case, and it may be prosecuted a felony or a misdemeanor.

Contact Us

Communication over the internet can lead to intense arguments, so it is understandable that there could be some misunderstanding following an online exchange. The bottom line is that no matter what the reason is that you were accused of cyberstalking or online harassment, you should have an experienced legal team defending you. Contact the Denton criminal defense attorneys of Alexander & Associates today at 972-420-6560.