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Loudoun County Sex Crimes Lawyer

Being accused of a sex crime can be very unsettling, especially in Virginia, which treats sex crime charges very seriously. Our Loudoun County sex crimes lawyers understand, however, that many people charged with such offenses are wrongly accused. Unfortunately, cases of mistaken identity and false accusations occur too frequently. Therefore, if you have been accused of a sex crime in Virginia, your Loudoun County sex crimes lawyer can fight to clear you name and restore your reputation in court. Call today to schedule a consultation with a criminal defense lawyer in Loudoun County.

Types of Sex Crimes in Virginia

Virginia Code Section 18.2-61 through 18.2-67.10 generally defines a sex crime as performing a sex act with a person who does not or cannot consent. This includes violent sexual offenses, such as rape, forcible sodomy, abduction with the intent to commit a sex crime, aggravated sexual battery, object penetration and taking indecent liberties with a minor.

Nonviolent sexual offenses can also be considered sex crimes under the law, and include child pornography, unlawful photographing – such as “up-skirting -” incest, adultery, certain forms of sexual abuse, and attempted sexual offenses. Regardless of whether the offense you are accused of is considered violent or not, you will need a Loudoun County sex crimes lawyer by your side throughout the legal process.

Sex Crimes Penalties in Virginia

Penalties for violent sex crimes in Virginia are harsh, ranging from up to life in prison for rape and some other violent offenses, to up to 20 years and a fine of up to $100,000 for aggravated sexual battery, to a mandatory minimum life sentence for rape of a child under 13 when the accused is more than 18 years old.

Less violent sexual offenses also carry serious penalties. For instance, under Virginia Code 18.2-67.4 , sexual battery is punishable by up to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to $2500, and so is sexual abuse of a child between 13 and 15.

Most sex crimes – even nonviolent offenses – also require the accused to be registered with the sex offender registry, which is made open to the public, restricts access to children and can affect where a person can live, work, visit or volunteer. This is one reason why it is so important that you seek the help of an experienced Loudoun County sex crimes lawyer as soon as possible in order to give your attorney plenty of time to establish a vigorous defense on your behalf.

Subsequent Sex Crime Convictions

Both misdemeanor and felony sexual offenses carry increasingly harsh penalties for multiple convictions. A third misdemeanor sexual offense becomes a Class 6 felony punishable by up to five years in prison. Repeated sexual assaults and violent sexual assaults also carry enhanced penalties ranging from the mandatory maximum penalty allowed for the offense to up to life in prison, depending on the details of the offense. If you already have a past conviction for a sexual offense, speak with your Loudoun County sex crimes attorney about how a previous charge may impact your current case.

Consult an Experienced Loudoun County Sex Crimes Lawyer

In order to begin combating sexual abuse allegations immediately, your Loudoun County sex crimes attorney will need to begin investigating as soon as you are charged or become aware of any allegations.  Your Loudoun County sex crimes lawyer can obtain and analyze any evidence or witness statements against you, and can advise you when interviewing with police investigators so that you do not say or do anything to inadvertently harm your case. Call today.

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