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Sex Offenses
Sex offenses cover a wide range of issues in the criminal justice system. They range from solicitation of prostitution to forcible rape to child molestation and all points in between. Many times, the accusations being made are false. No one ever wants to believe that some one would make up a story about such a tragic and awful event. However, it does happen.
For the person who is accused of a sex offense, the embarrassment, shame and ridicule of the community causes their family to splinter, their employment to crumble and their self esteem to self destruct. These are some of the most difficult topics to discuss and mere accusation is often enough to propel the accused into a world of shame.
To this, the police and prosecution often want to add years of prison time and life time registration as an offender (also known as Megan’s Law). California’s sex offender laws, or sexual predator laws, are very extensive and can become very burdensome. Often, what seems to not be a very serious criminal charge, can require the person convicted to become a registered sex offender in California. Further, sex offender registration makes life very difficult for the person who must face its harsh hand.
Therefore, any sex crime is a very serious charge and must be treated as such. It is very important that the person suspected, arrested or charged does not take the allegations lightly.
Effectively confronting and responding to sex offense allegations require an attorney with the right mix of aggression, diplomacy and, above all else, discretion. One accused as a sex offender needs an attorney they can trust. Therefore, it may be a good idea to meet with an attorney before deciding who should represent his or her interests.
If you have been accused of a crime or are in need of a criminal defense attorney, contact David Piper today!