Accused of Sex Crimes in Pennsylvania?
Facing charges of a sexual nature can be life changing. You
probably realized just how much charges like this can impact you
soon as you found yourself accused of a sex related criminal
charge.
The fact is, most people charged with sex offenses know their
accuser. This can make it even harder to face the charges when your
friends and family may be taking sides.
In these cases, it can feel like no one is on your side. There are few stigmas greater than the one that goes along with
sexual crimes like these.
You are placing your life in a Pennsylvania criminal justice
system were you can not expect to get any sympathy.
Which means your choice of lawyer is critical to getting you fair
treatment and the best possible outcome in court. Whether you are facing prostitution
charges or charges of rape, we can help.
And there are plenty of situations where sex related charges are
unfair or overblown. Particularly with cases of possession or
distribution of illegal illicit sexual materials, as is common in
so-called "sexting" cases, the charges can be absurd and out of
proportion to the facts of the situation.
But whatever the situation, as your attorney, I am not here to pass judgment. I am
here to tirelessly defend your rights in court.
We am able to defend charges of any of the following Pennsylvania
offenses:
- Rape
- Molestation
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual Exploitation
- Sexual Abuse of Children
- Illegal Distribution of Obscene and Other Sexual Materials
(Possessing or Distributing a Sexually Explicit Photo)
- Child Pornography
- Indecent assault
- Prostitution/ Solicitation
There are many laws on the books in Pennsylvania regarding crimes
like these. If you are facing criminal charges of a sexual nature,
chances are that our attorneys have handled a case similar to yours.
Sex Offense Penalties
The vast majority of these offenses are felonies, leading to lengthy
prison sentences and life changing consequences. Your first step
when accused of something of this magnitude should be to get in
contact with an attorney.
Several of these charges are considered Felony 1 charges, which
carry a potential life sentence. This is the most serious level of
felony you can face. Society isn’t the only judgmental body you have
to be concerned with. The courts are particularly harsh on sex
offenders too.
Sexting
Sexting charges are commonly "Distributing or Possessing a
Sexually Explicit Photo". If you have send or are sent a photo of
someone under 18, you can be charged and convicted of a felony sex
offense.
Child Pornography
Possession and distribution of child pornography is a felony
sex offense. It is defined under PA laws as material such as
photos of a minor engaged in sexual activity that may include
"lewd exhibition of the genitals" or "nudity that is meant to
titillate".
Sex Offender Registry
Many offenses under this umbrella require you to register as a sex
offender. Having to register as a sex offender means that stigma can
follow you forever.
Some states even restrict where you can live when you are a
registered sex offender. If you fail to register or violate another
condition of the registry, you can be brought up on new criminal
charges.
If you are facing charges for violating the tenants of the sex
offender laws, call me today.
Whether you are facing new charges of a sexual nature or charges
resulting from failing to register, I want to know. I understand
that you
are going through a difficult time and need someone on your side.
Contact our lawyers today to discuss your case and to see what we
can do to help you.
We represent clients in criminal cases
across Eastern Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Harrisburg,
Lebanon, Carlisle and Lancaster, and Bucks,
Montgomery, Northampton, and Lehigh Counties. Call today, no
obligation!
(888) 412-3298.
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