Sex Crimes can encompass a number of criminal charges. Rape, Statutory Rape, Sodomy, Sexual Assault, Sexual Battery, Child Sexual Abuse, Date Rape, Gang Rape, Rape by Spouse, Incest, Molestation of Adults, Molestation of Children, Daycare Sexual Assault, Daycare Sexual Abuse, Sexual Abuse by Spouse, Sexual Abuse by Date, Cyber Sex (Computer Sex), Mann Act (interstate transportation of females for the purpose of sex), Interstate Sex Crimes, Prostitution, Solicitation of Prostitution, Telephone Sexual Abuse, Telephone Sexual Harassment, and others.
If a person is convicted of a Sex Crime, depending upon the crime, penalties range from long prison sentences which can extend to life. Fines and assessments can also be imposed, as well as court-ordered registration in the public records as a sex offender. Other penalties can be imposed as well.
As soon as an act occurs which could give rise to a Sex Crime charge, it is critical that a trained and competent attorney be retained in order to go to the scene and take photographs, interview witnesses, gather evidence, conduct tests, and conduct other important actions, all of which could play a vital role in exonerating the accused. Early defense work cannot be underestimated.
Possible defenses against Sex Crime charges can include consent, insufficient evidence, and factually proving innocence. Anything you say can be used against you in court. Do not discuss the matter with anyone until you have talked with a lawyer.
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This page provides general information, not legal advice. Every situation depends on its own facts, and reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship.