Application: Jurisdictional Aspects of Cybercrime

You are using your wireless device to locate a restaurant. Suddenly, a large flashing skull-and-crossbones appears on your screen and a menacing laugh plays. Seconds later your device has been wiped clean. You are the victim of a cybercrime. If caught, can the cybercriminal that destroyed your device's data be brought to justice, regardless of jurisdiction?

To prepare for this Assignment, examine a law that addresses cybercriminal (e.g., hackers, spammers, or cyber terrorists) offenses.

For this Assignment, write a 2- to 3-page paper in APA format that:

Explains the law's key elements, especially those related to jurisdiction and sentencing.

Analyzes the jurisdictional aspects of cybercrime related to bringing cybercriminals to justice. Provide an example in which this law might apply.