Skilled Defense For Sex Crimes Charges
Being charged with a sex crime is a serious matter. The penalties for these crimes can be severe, and you could face jail time, fines, and other consequences. If you have been charged with a sex crime, it is important to have an experienced criminal defense attorney who can fight for your rights.
With years of experience as a former prosecutor, the attorney at SMC Law Firm understands the charges you are facing. She will help you fight for your rights and protect your future.
What Are Sex Crimes?
Sex crimes are a broad category of state-level criminal offenses that involve sexual activity. Some common examples of sex crimes include:
- Rape
- Sexual assault
- Child molestation
- Incest
- Obscenity
- Prostitution
In addition to fines and jail time, a conviction can ruin your reputation and make it difficult to move forward with your life.
The Consequences Of Sex Crimes
The consequences of sex crimes can be severe. If you are convicted of a sex crime, you could face:
- Jail time
- Fines
- Registration on the sex offender registry
- Restrictions on your employment and housing
- Megan’s Law notification requirements
These consequences can make getting certain jobs or licenses difficult, even after serving jail time and paying any fines. In some cases, it may even be challenging to find a place to live.
The Sex Offender Registry
The sex offender registry is a public database of people convicted of sex crimes. If registered on the sex offender registry, your name, address and other identifying information will be available to the public. This can significantly impact your life, making it difficult to find employment, housing, and even day care for your children.
Megan’s Law
Megan’s Law is a federal law that requires states to notify the public about registered sex offenders who live in their communities. This notification can take the form of public registries, community notification meetings or Megan’s Law websites.
Contact SMC Law Firm Today
If you have been charged with a sex crime, the attorney at SMC Law Firm can help. Contact her today at 212-256-9441 or with this brief online form to schedule a consultation.