Residents of North Dakota may have heard the term phishing before. However, it is important to understand what it is and how it can affect a person. Phishing is the act of fishing for an individual's financial or other personal information. It commonly involves an...
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What is cyberbullying?
North Dakota parents may be aware of a modern phenomenon called cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is similar to traditional bullying, except that it occurs online or through other digital means. Examples of cyberbullying include sending threatening emails, spreading...
Minnesota man allegedly tried to lure minor to a hotel
A 50-year-old man was taken into custody on Sept. 21 at a Bismarck hotel. He reportedly sent nude photographs of himself via email as well as explicit text messages to an officer posing as a 16-year-old girl. The man then reportedly arranged to meet with the...
Certain internet crime laws are archaic and extreme
Many North Dakota residents may not recognize the name Aaron Swartz, but rest assured he is a pivotal figure in the realms of the internet and criminal defense. Swartz was a genius programmer and an internet activist, and is probably best known for his role in...