If you or a loved one has been charged with a sex crime in Los Angeles, please contact the H Law Group as they have the best sex crime lawyers in Los Angeles. We’ve represented numerous clients who have been charged with a variety of sex crimes, including rape and indecent exposure, so whatever the crime your charged with, don’t hesitate to contact us for a free consultation. You should hire an attorney promptly as the punishment for sex crimes in California is very harsh, so hire an experienced sex crimes defense attorney at The H Law Group to get the best possible legal defense. Schedule your free consultation by calling us at 888.499.4948.
We provide legal defense for the following sex crimes:
Regardless of whether you’re guilty or not, we will examine the facts of your cases to determine if any weaknesses exist, once we pinpoint any weaknesses, we will use them to create a strong defense strategy. Also, we can use any weaknesses that we find to negotiate a favorable plea deal for you.
In California, the most serious sex crime is forcible rape. Rape involves using fear or force to coerce someone into having sex with you. We also provide legal defense for other common sex crimes, such as statutory rape (having sex with a minor), prostitution, sexual assault, lewd conduct, indecent exposure, and internet crimes involving pornography. So, regardless of the sex crime that you’re accused of, punishments in California are harsh, so for the best possible outcome, you should promptly hire a Los Angeles sex crimes attorney.
Sex crimes in California are investigated and prosecuted very seriously. The State of California has established many offices throughout the state to investigate and bring sex crime charges against those who commit any sex crimes.
The biggest problem with committing even a minor sex crime is that you’ll have to register as a sex offender, anyone with internet access can look up convicted sex offenders in the area and if convicted, your photo, along with your information will popup in sex offender directories across the United States. Having to register as a sex offender may cause a person to lose his friends, work peers, or job. This requirement was instituted by Megan’s law, which requires the sexual offender to register and place his home address on the registry for anyone to see.
If you’re being investigated for or charged with a sex crime, you should hire an experienced Los Angeles sex crime attorney promptly. Hiring a sex crime attorney in Los Angeles as quickly as possible is important so that your attorney will have ample time to review the facts of your case and begin working on a defense strategy. So, if you or a loved one have been charged with a sex crime, you should know that being convicted of one could have a serious impact on your life and your reputation. In addition to the impact on your life and reputation, sex crimes often come with serious prison time, probation, parole, fines, restitution, and lifetime registration as a sex offender. So, no matter the sex crime, don’t take things lightly and hire an experienced Los Angeles sex crime lawyer.
Statutory rape is a crime that’s committed when an individual who is older than 18 years of age has sex with a male or female who is under the legal age of 18 but is not a child (usually older than 14 years). A person may commit statutory rape even if the other person voluntarily consents to have sex. An individual can be charged with and convicted of statutory rape even if the person he or she had sex with refuses to cooperate with the government.
Lewd conduct statute is written in a way to cover a variety of sexual activity that’s performed in public. Lewd conduct includes performing oral sex in public, exposing one’s genitals in public, or masturbating in public. We’ve seen many people charged with lewd conduct for having sex or performing oral sex in public locations, such as public bathrooms and beaches. So, if you’ve been charged with lewd conduct, it’s important that you promptly hire an experienced lewd conduct attorney to begin working on a solid defense plan to fight the lewd conduct you’re charged with. The H Law Group has some great sex crimes attorneys in Los Angeles who are prepared to defend you in court. Lewd conduct charges are usually misdemeanors, meaning there is a maximum punishment of no more than 1 year in prison. In some circumstances, the prosecution may require the individual to register as a sex offender, so hiring an experienced sex crimes attorney is necessary to fight having to register as a sexual offender.
There are two lewd conduct charges that are often brought against individuals and they are (1) engaging in lewd conduct, and (2) soliciting another person to perform lewd conduct.
For the prosecution to convict an individual of lewd conduct, it must prove the following elements:
For the prosecution to convict an individual of soliciting lewd conduct, it must prove the following elements;
Sex crimes include a wide range of offenses, such as sexual assault, rape, statutory rape, possession of child pornography, indecent exposure, and solicitation. These offenses often involve non-consensual sexual conduct or behavior deemed illegal by law.
A sex crimes lawyer will investigate the circumstances, gather evidence, and challenge the credibility of the accuser's testimony. Defenses may include mistaken identity, consent, or disproving the alleged incident’s timeline or details.
Penalties for sex crimes vary based on the offense but may include jail or prison time, fines, mandatory registration as a sex offender, probation, and counseling. Sex offender registration often leads to long-term restrictions on housing, employment, and social life.
In most cases, a conviction for a sex crime requires registration as a sex offender. This can have long-term effects, including limitations on where you can live and work and public notification of your status.
Sex crime cases can be challenging due to their sensitive nature, the stigma involved, and the serious penalties. However, a dedicated lawyer will use every legal avenue to challenge the prosecution's case, gather exculpatory evidence, and fight for a fair trial.
Yes, they depend on the statute of limitations for the specific crime. Some sex crimes, particularly those involving minors or violent acts, have extended or no statute of limitations, meaning charges can be brought long after the alleged incident.
If law enforcement contacts you, speaking to them with legal representation is crucial. Anything you say can be used against you, so consult a lawyer immediately to protect your rights.
