Melbourne, Florida, Criminal Defense Attorney
Not every criminal defense attorney handles sex crime cases. Media coverage, social stigma and other factors can make them especially challenging. However, it is important to recognize that lives can be destroyed by false allegations and misconstrued situations.
Our justice system depends on criminal defense lawyers who vigorously protect the rights of the accused. If you have been charged with a sex crime in Brevard County or elsewhere in Central Florida, I encourage you to contact me now. I will hear you out and explain legal options in order to identify the best possible plan for your defense.
The Serious Consequences of Sex Crime Convictions
Any offense on a long list of sex crimes can have extremely serious consequences. Serving prison time as a sex offender is fraught with horror and risk, and a conviction can make that unavoidable. I can consult with you on charges such as:
- Sexual battery, the equivalent of a rape charge
- Unlawful sexual activity with a minor — for which lack of knowledge of someone's age is not a valid defense
- Lewd and lascivious molestation
- Possession of child pornography
- Prostitution or procuring
The consequences you — or someone you care about — could face depend on the exact charge and the age of the alleged victim. For many offenses, the sentence could reach 25 years to life in prison. It is critical to hire an experienced attorney who will build the best possible case for you, due to outcomes like:
- Job loss, exclusion, public scorn and the risk of future violence against you
- Inclusion on a sex offender/sexual predator list for life
- Communities are increasingly enacting laws that effectively bar a sex offender from living in an area
Find more important facts in my Sex Offenses Information Center.
An Approachable Lawyer Who Will Take an Objective View
No one is totally immune to sex crime allegations. We have seen an increase in sex crime charges against juveniles. Teachers and others who work with children are vulnerable to accusations. Sex crimes are sometimes prosecuted based only on hearsay or very thin evidence. In some cases, charges are motivated by revenge or the desire for some form of personal leverage.
Call 321-622-2810 or 866-539-9537 Now to Arrange a Free Consultation
You can depend on me to take a thorough, professional approach to your case, and to be resourceful and aggressive if I am able to provide representation. For a free consultation, please contact me today.
