Child Molestation
Definition:
Child molestation is the legal term that refers to any unlawful sexual activity committed against a minor (any individual under the age of 18 years old). The act of Child molestation can include the follow type of sexual offenses:- Lewd and Lascivious Conduct
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Assault
- Child Prostitution
- Incest
- Indecent Exposure
- Sexual Exploitation
- Statutory Rape
- Creation and/or Distribution of Child Pornography
- Presence within a school zone by child sex offenders prohibited
- Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child
- Sexual Exploitation of a Child
- Indecent Solicitation of a Child
- Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor
Consequences of Child Molestation:
Being accused of child molestation is a serious criminal charge and can significantly change your life and how society views you. Furthermore, if you are convicted of child molestation, upon parole, you have to deal with the stigma of neighborhood notification laws and national sex offender registries. Additionally a child molestation conviction can include jail time, prison time, fines, mandatory classes, parole and probation.What a Lawyer can do for you:
If you have been accused or suspected of child molestation, it is important to entrust your case to an experienced criminal defense lawyer who understands child molestation laws and how to defend these types of cases. If the police want to talk to you about a child molestation charge a criminal attorney can advise you of your rights.Lawyer Referral Service:
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