Sex crimes are outlined by local, state, and federal laws. The potential outcome of a sex crime conviction includes jail or prison time, a significant fine, mandatory counseling, community service, probation, a potential restraining order, and lifelong registration as a sex offender. Anna R. Yum defends individuals who have been accused of a sex crime, and she ensures that the legally guaranteed rights of each individual are protected.
Whether or not you feel that you have a valid defense to the allegation of a sex crime, having a skilled criminal defense lawyer on your side will help minimize the negative outcome of your case.
Types of Sex Crimes
The spectrum of sex crimes includes both misdemeanor and felony offenses. A few may be considered infractions, punishable by only a fine and/or brief incarceration. Examples of sex crimes and sex-related crimes are:
- Indecent exposure
- Lewd acts in a public place
- Peeping
- Prostitution, loitering, solicitation
- Sexual harassment
- Possession and distribution of child pornography
- Internet pornography
- Lewd or lascivious acts with a minor
- Sex with a minor
- Incest
- Child molestation
- Sexual assault and/or battery
- Rape — date, forcible, spousal or statutory
- Stalking
If You're Accused of Committing a Sex Crime
If you've been charged with a sex crime, it's best that you not talk to law enforcement officers or the prosecutor about your case until you have legal representation. The police, sheriff, FBI agents, and other law enforcement may act like they just want to hear your side of the story, or "get the facts straight," but they're able to use everything and anything that you say against you later on.
Defenses to Sex Crime Allegations
There may well be a plausible defense to a sex crime, depending on the circumstances of the case. Examples of sex crime defenses include:
- the alleged victim consented to the contact
- the alleged victim is lying, for whatever reason
- it is a case of mistaken identity (this is not uncommon)
- there is insufficient evidence to charge you
Schedule a Private Consultation with Anna R. Yum
Protect your Constitutionally guaranteed legal rights, and get yourself an experienced, knowledgeable defense attorney. Contact the Law Offices of Anna R. Yum, a San Diego criminal lawyer, to arrange a confidential consultation.
