Sex Offenses

If you have been charged with a sex crime, you are of course, facing possible serious jail time. Jail time, however, could only be the start of your problems. You could be labeled a "sex offender." This is a lifelong stigma with lifelong consequences. If you are convicted of certain sex crimes, you may have to go through sex offender registration. That registration could follow you for the rest of your life, no matter where you go. Your entire community will know who you are, what you have done, and that you are a "sex offender."

If you are currently under investigation, read about the Prefile Investigation.

Some sex-based offenses include:

* Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault
* Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse
* Criminal Sexual Conduct
* CSC
* Indecent Exposure
* Lewd and Lascivious Conduct
* Molestation
* Pedophilia
* Possession of Child Pornography
* Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault
* Predatory Criminal Sexual Abuse
* Prostitution
* Solicitation
* Rape
* Date Rape
* Statutory Rape
* Sexual Abuse
* Sexual Assault

At Johnson Law Group, we understand how to investigate allegations of sexual misconduct. We understand that many people are wrongly accused of having committed sex offenses. We also understand that, due to the sensitivity of such crimes, prosecutors are under extreme pressure to "throw the book" at alleged offenders despite the weakness of the allegations. We have seen these investigations from the inside. We know how to fight these allegations, and find and present the kind of evidence that will exonerate you. We will not lecture you about what happened. We will not make moral judgments about the crimes involved. What we will do is defend you tenaciously against the charges brought against you. If ever you need someone on your side, it is when you are charged with a sex crime.

If you have been charged with a sex offense, do not hesitate to call us, and do not be embarrassed. Hesitation now could lead to a lifelong stigma. At Johnson Law Group, we will fight the charges against you. Contact us to discuss your situation in complete confidence.

What is the difference between Rape and Sexual Assault?

Rape is often used as a generic term for unwanted sexual acts. However, its common-law definition required the sexual act to be intercourse, the rapist to be a man, and the victim to be a woman, other than his wife. Furthermore, the act had to be done by force or the threat of force. Common-law rules often required the rape to be corroborated by independent witnesses to negate the offender's defense of consent.

Many modern-day codes no longer use the term "rape" but instead use criminal sexual abuse, criminal sexual assault or criminal sexual conduct (CSC) to define the prohibited acts. Traditional rape is covered by these statutes and may be designated sexual abuse in the first degree. However, most sexual assault statutes cover more kinds of sexual acts and apply to homosexuals as well as heterosexuals. Husbands can generally be charged with sexual assault of their wives, although they may receive a lighter sentence than non-marital sexual assault. Lesser offenses, such as unwanted touching or lascivious acts may be included in the definition of sexual assault.

If you have been charged with a sex offense, do not hesitate to call us, and do not be embarrassed. Hesitation now could lead to a lifelong stigma. At Johnson Law Group, we will fight the charges against you. Contact us to discuss your situation in complete confidence.

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