¿Fuiste víctima de una estafa digital o fraude informático en Chile. Conoce tus derechos, los pasos legales y cómo un abogado penalista puede ayudarte bajo la Ley 21.459?
In the digital age, cyber crimes in Chile have grown exponentially. From phishing scams to identity theft and hacking, many people wonder what legal steps to take if they fall victim to these frauds. Law 21.459, in effect since 2022, regulates cyber crimes in the country and establishes clear penalties.
In this article, we explain how to act if you’ve been a victim of digital fraud, what the law says, and why it’s crucial to have the support of a criminal lawyer specialized in cyber crimes.
⚖️ What is cyber fraud under Law 21.459?
Law 21.459 defines various cyber crimes, including:
- Unauthorized access to computer systems (Art. 2)
- Interception of communications (Art. 3)
- Attacks on the integrity of systems or data
- Cyber fraud or digital scams (Art. 7)
- Electronic identity theft
- Computer forgery
Cyber fraud refers to obtaining financial gain by deceiving users through technological means such as fake emails, malicious links, cloned websites, password theft, and more.
🛑 What to do if you’re a victim?
If you believe you’ve been a victim of cyber fraud, follow these steps:
- Save all digital evidence: screenshots, emails, account numbers, chats, URLs, etc.
- Immediately block your cards and change passwords.
- File a report:
- You can do this at any police station or through the Comisaría Virtual website.
- You can also go directly to the Public Prosecutor’s Office (Ministerio Público).
👨⚖️ Why is it important to have a criminal lawyer?
A criminal lawyer can help you:
- File a personalized criminal complaint (querella)
- Request specific investigative actions from the Prosecutor’s Office
- Protect your identity and your rights as a victim
- Seek compensation for moral or material damages
- Advise you if the crime involves companies, websites, or foreign servers
🏢 What if the fraud targeted your business?
Companies can also fall victim to cyber crimes. A lawyer can assist you in:
- Reporting the incident to the proper authorities
- Recovering stolen or compromised digital assets
- Avoiding criminal liability for data breaches
- Implementing legal cybersecurity protocols
💡 Tips to prevent future fraud
- Never share personal data through social media or email.
- Always verify website addresses and email senders.
- Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication.
- If you’re a business, train employees on cybersecurity and comply with data protection regulations.
📞 Need legal advice?
At Legalmain.cl, we have experienced criminal law attorneys who can help you if you’ve been a victim of digital fraud or need legal guidance. We’re here to protect your rights and guide you through the steps to seek justice.
Schedule your free legal consultation →Contact us or message us on WhatsApp.