Sex Offenses In Gloucester Virginia

Being accused of a sexual offense can have consequences that last a lifetime, even if you’re not convicted. 

Conviction for a sexual offense, such as rape or sexual assault can result in lengthy prison sentences, as well as a lifetime listing on sexual offender registries. Because of the severity of the allegation of a sex crime, it must be dealt with swiftly and aggressively.

If you’ve been accused of or charged with a sexual offense, the smartest thing to do is consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney. At Johnson Law  Center, we’ll make sure your rights are protected, evaluate the case and advise on the best course of action. In many cases, the charges can be reduced or even dismissed.

A conviction for any sex offense can result in severe consequences, which may include:

  • Prison time
  • Mandatory registration as a sex offender
  • Loss of certain rights
  • Mandatory rehabilitation
  • Large fines

Rape

Rape is a violent sexual offense that involves forced sexual intercourse without consent. The term is often used interchangeably with sexual assault or criminal sexual conduct, though the two are not legally synonymous. Rape allegations can be extremely complex because of any number of extenuating circumstances. Accusations of rape can cause irreparable damage to a person’s reputation, regardless if they are convicted.

 

Sexual Assault

Sexual assault includes any non-consensual forced sexual activity, including intercourse, touching, molestation, or other abuse. Sexual assault can be complicated by any number of extenuating circumstances. Charges of sexual assault can impact you for a lifetime.

 

Statutory Rape

Statutory rape involves sexual conduct where one of the participants is below the age required to give consent for the behavior. Statutory rape differs from forcible sex crimes because no overt threat or force needs to be present. Because the victim of the crime is not able to legally give consent, coercion is assumed. Statutory rape cases can be complicated by many different factors, including the age difference between accused and victim, among others.

 

Child Abuse

Child sexual abuse encompasses a broad range of sexual crimes against minors, which includes molestation, indecent exposure, child pornography (or the displaying of pornography to a child), among other crimes.

Victims of child abuse are acquainted with their abuser in the vast majority of these crimes. Child sexual abuse offenders are treated with severe consequences due to the helplessness of their victims. Regardless of whether the accused is convicted, the consequences for accusations of child abuse can stay with a person throughout their life.

 

Solicitation

Solicitation for prostitution involves asking for or encouraging the exchange of sexual services for money. This type of sex crime can cause irreparable damage to a person’s reputation. Law enforcement agencies constantly run undercover operations meant to target otherwise innocent individuals. In addition, these charges can be complicated by the fact that seemingly legal establishments are often accused of harboring these types of crimes.

 

Internet Sex Crimes

The internet represents a new frontier for the legal community.  Laws concerning the type of behavior on the Internet are constantly evolving. 

In addition, law enforcement agencies constantly run sting operations on the Internet to bait unknowing offenders. Often offenders do not even know that they are committing a crime. Some internet sex crimes include child pornography, solicitation of a minor, web cam offenses, endangering the welfare of a child, and stalking. These crimes bear as much weight as their “off-line” counterparts, and are punished just as severely.

 

About Bill Johnson

With over 30 successful years of criminal defense trials, Bill is the premier lawyer for sex offense crimes in Gloucester and surrounding areas. When your freedom is on the line, give us a call.

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