There are a variety of sex crimes that occur globally every day. From rape to sexual assault, the victims of these heinous acts are often left with lifelong scars.
When someone is accused of committing sex crimes, the public outrage may be so strong that the case is swiftly moved through the criminal justice process. Thus, an innocent party may be charged as "guilty" as a result of society's "quick to judge" attitude.
Those who are convicted of sex crimes but have not committed said sex crimes are victims themselves. Forced to live with the stigma of being a "sex offender", they may be unable to live productive lives. Even after serving time in jail or on probation, re-entering general society might prove to be practically impossible.
When someone is found guilty of sex crimes, he or she may be unable to find gainful employment in the area he or she previously worked. For example, if he or she was involved in law enforcement, it will be improbable to assume that a similar job will be available to a convicted felon.
Similarly, if a person convicted of sex crimes against children has a degree in elementary or secondary education, he or she will never be allowed to teach again. Thus, even if he or she maintains his or her innocence, once the courts have spoken, the proverbial "die" has been cast.
For these reasons, it's critical that you obtain legal counsel when you have been accused of sex crimes. After all, if you allow yourself to be publicly defended, you may not get the representation you need to prove your innocence. Though it may not seem important at the time, finding the right attorney could mean the difference between living a fulfilled life or living one in prison (or in a veritable prison if you cannot go back to work after leaving jail.)
Our law firm is well-versed in sex crimes laws and we have helped many persons successful defend their sex crimes cases. We can provide you with the know-how needed to navigate the court systems, and we offer nonjudgmental counsel to all accused men and women. Our belief is that everyone is truly innocent until proven guilty, and we'll treat your case accordingly.
If you would like to learn more about our approaches to sex crimes defense, please call or email us today. From there, we'll set up a consultation so we can learn more about your case and you can learn more about our style of defending clients. Remember - your future is on the line. Don't underestimate the power of an exceptional team of legal representatives. Call us today.
Types of sex crimes may include:
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
If you have been convicted of a sex offense, it is essential that you register as a sex offender every time you move to a new area (once you've served your time in jail and on probation.) If you fail to do so, you will be charged again and may wind up serving an even longer sentence as a punishment for failing to provide sex offender notification.
Internet Porn Charges and Defense
If you have been charged with a crime related to internet pornography, it is imperative that you seek legal representation immediately. Otherwise, you could wind up relying on a public defender's expertise, which may be lacking in the area of internet porn.
Lewd Conduct Charges and Defense
Have you or someone you care about been charged with the crime of lewd conduct? If so, it's important to hire a legal defense team as soon as possible, lest one of the following happen as a result of the lewd conduct charge:
Molestation Charges and Defense
Child molestation is a tragic crime that occurs frequently in the United States yet many times remains unpunished. Often laws that are made to protect children also end up protecting criminals by keeping records of molestation cases sealed to the public. Many times child molesters never serve time because reports against them are never adequately substantiated. Many times a first complaint by a child may not be taken as seriously and will remain unsubstantiated until more complaints come to the forefront. While it is true that there are cases of molestation where the criminal gets away, there are also molestation cases that are false and where innocent people end up accused and in jail.
Pimping/Pandering Charges and Defense
Pimping and pandering are both usually considered felonies and can result in a minimum of three years in prison if found guilty. The minimum sentence of three years is a mandatory one so no judge even has the option to sentence anyone to any less than three years if convicted. Pimping is a rather broad term and can include several different acts. Pimping can include offering or agreeing to get a prostitute for another person, arranging a meeting of people for the purpose of prostitution, and giving directions to a physical place knowing it is for prostitution. It can also include receiving money or other valuables from a prostitute, which was earned in some way by prostitution, and aiding in or commanding commission or profit from a prostitute. Pandering is basically defined as soliciting a person to perform acts of prostitution for him, or bringing people to a specific place with the purpose of having them solicited as prostitutes.
Sex Abuse Charges and Defense
Sex abuse of children is a tragic and serious crime that is seen all too often in the United States today. Reports of the sex abuse of children have reached around 80,000 times every year, and there are also many unreported cases of sex abuse due to the fear children have of telling anyone of what happened to them. Usually the sex abuser convinces the child not to tell anyone of the sex abuse that they have endured and as a result it can take many years before some cases of sex abuse come to light, while some never do. In a survey of adults it was found that one out of five women and one out of ten men have suffered sex abuse when they were children.
Sexual Harrassment Charges and Defense
Prosecution of sexual harassment is on the rise and often finding the line between harmless flirting and sexual harassment can be difficult. Many are convicted of sexual harassment who are guilty, but there are those who have been convicted who were innocent. Knowing the basics of sexual harassment, what it is, the different types of sexual harassment, and how to avoid being charged with sexual harassment can be an important means to keep you from having problems in your workplace.
