What Constitutes a Sex Crime in California?

The term "sex crime" covers a vast amount of different crimes which can range from using sexually explicit language to rape and sexually related murder. Because the range is so great a sex crime can be attributed to many different crimes making the punishment for them even more serious. In addition, having the stigma of a sex crime conviction can haunt you for the rest of your life. Every time you move, apply for a job or do any number of normal activities you may have to divulge your criminal background.

In California the broad category of sex crimes falls under any criminal act that involves some measure of sexuality. Some sexual acts may be considered criminal on their own, depending on the circumstances. The most commonly accused sex crimes include rape (which in turn includes statutory rape and spousal or date rape), molestation (either chid or adult), lewd behavior, sexual abuse, child pornography, sexual battery, distribution or possession of obscene material, indecent exposure or touching, and many others. Prostitution, soliciting a prostitute, pimping, and pandering are all sex crimes under California law as well.

When a sex crime in California involves a child the laws and the prosecutors can be especially severe. While sex crimes involving children are statistically not common and usually involve a family member the measures taken by California and even the US Federal Government to convict a person on a sex crime with a child are significant. The government has investigators, prosecutors and many other resources on its side and always attempts to obtain the most serious punishment for sex crimes involving children. If you are facing a sex crime charge involving a child or younger person you should be represented by an experienced lawyer.

Criminal Defense Partners has years of handling sex crime cases of many types in the Southern California region. Our experience handling sex crimes deals with cases throughout Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside and Orange Counties. Since we are also former prosecutors we know and understand the laws and the ways in which sex crimes are handled in the criminal justice system very well. Contact us for a free consultation on any sex crime related matter today.

In many instances what constitutes a sex crime can change depending on your defense and can result in a lesser sentence. Faulty evidence, tampering, unreliable witnesses, illegal search and seizures, and illegal arrests are all unfortunate yet common elements of many California sex crimes cases. Because we have the experience of both prosecuting and defending in sex crimes matters we are able to discern what legal elements are being used against you. California sex crimes law is very complex, particularly when it comes to sex crimes charges but there are several elements of the law which can actually protect you.

Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your sex crime related questions. We offer free consultations and will be completely upfront with you about the charges you are facing. Never speak to the police without speaking to a qualified California sex crimes lawyer first. Contact us immediately.

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