Cyber and Intellectual Property Crimes Section
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AUSAs in the Cyber and Intellectual Property Crimes Section prosecute sophisticated attacks on computer systems, online auction frauds, and intellectual property offenses as part of the Department of Justice’s Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property (“CHIP”) program. Section AUSAs receive specialized training in computer technology and legal issues and coordinate with federal and local law enforcement agencies in fighting cybercrime. Section AUSAs participate in several high-technology investigative organizations, including the Los Angeles Electronic Crimes Task Force, and coordinate various workings groups designed to address computer intrusions, intellectual property offenses and computer forensics issues. In addition, Section AUSAs are actively involved in community outreach efforts with the technology and entertainment industries.
| Section Chief | Telephone | Address |
| Wes Hsu Assistant United States Attorney |
(213) 894-3045 |
The United States Attorney's Office Central District of California Criminal Division Attn: Cyber and Intellectual Property Crimes Section 312 North Spring Street Los Angeles, California 90012 |