While any arrest can have an immediate impact on your life, few charges and convictions are more stigmatizing than sex offenses. The good news is you have the right to defend yourself, and our Largo sex crimes lawyers are here to help you.
It is possible to obtain a positive outcome in a sex crime case, and we can fight to have charges dismissed or win at trial. What matters the most is that you have the strongest possible defense. Our dedicated defense lawyers are ready to talk strategy with you.
Florida law criminalizes a wide range of non-consensual or inappropriate sexual behavior. With the help of our attorneys in Largo, you can defend yourself against the following sex crime allegations.
This offense is more commonly known as rape. It is the non-consensual penetration of another person’s body, and it is one of the most serious crimes under state law. Certain factors, like the age of the alleged victim or the use of force, can lead to increased penalties if someone is convicted.
Lewd and lascivious behavior involves committing a sex act while in the presence of a minor. The severity of this offense depends in part on the age of the minor present. While it can be charged as a misdemeanor, sexual acts in front of younger victims often lead to felony convictions.
Another of the most serious sex-related offenses is the possession of child pornography. Under the law, this includes any image or video that depicts juveniles engaging in a sexual act. This offense is a felony, and legal jeopardy will increase based on the number of videos or images in a person’s possession.
The state will use an array of evidence to pursue a conviction for a sex crime. Understanding the nature of these investigations can be helpful to you as you build your defense. Some of the tools law enforcement use in these cases include the following:
Your Largo sex crimes attorney can help you evaluate the strength of the evidence against you. This will be beneficial when mounting a defense or considering a plea offer.
There are different defense strategies your attorney may use, but they largely depend on the specific allegations against you. For example, consent is often the strongest strategy available for sex crimes. Most cases involve non-consensual acts, so proving the alleged victim was a willing participant may be enough to prevail in your case.
Of course, consent is not always a defense. If you have been accused of a crime involving a minor or some other party who cannot legally consent to sex, you need a different approach. Some of the most common options include entrapment, lack of evidence, or a violation of your rights. Let our team in Largo review the sex crime allegations against you so we can advise you on the strongest possible strategy.
You have the right to a vigorous defense regardless of the stigma and stress surrounding what you have been charged with. You deserve to be treated fairly, and our team will work tirelessly to ensure that is the case. Contact our Largo sex crimes lawyers as soon as possible to schedule a private consultation and discuss your legal options.
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