Sex Offender Registration Defense Attorney Serving Baltimore, Annapolis and Throughout Maryland
There is no such thing as a minor sex crime in Maryland. The majority of sex crimes are subject to sex offender registration — a Draconian consequence that will follow you around for the rest of your life. Even a less serious charge such as prostitution can cause consequences ranging from profound embarrassment to divorce.
The term "sex crime" covers a surprisingly broad range of criminal charges. If you are accused of a sex crime, do not talk to police, no matter how friendly they may seem. Often, people convict themselves under manipulation by police and court officials. Law enforcement officials will attempt to get you into the police station, isolate you, scare you and get you either to confess or to provide incriminating information.
The following links offer more information about specific charges:
- Third- and fourth-degree sex offenses: In Maryland, sex crimes fall on a scale ranging from first to fourth degree. The lower the degree, the more serious the crime and the harsher the legal consequences. However, third- and fourth-degree sex crimes can still result in jail time and mandatory sex offender registration.
- Rape: If you have been charged with rape in Maryland or if you think you are about to be charged, the sooner you contact a lawyer, the better. The goal in any sex crime case is to avoid criminal charges.
- Inappropriate touching: Increased attention to sex crimes against children has led to an increase in false accusations of crimes such as inappropriate touching.
- Indecent exposure: Indecent exposure covers anything from going to the bathroom in a public park to flashing. If you are accused of exposing yourself to a minor, the consequences can be very serious.
- Prostitution and solicitation: Prostitution is a victimless crime until someone is arrested. Then the person charged becomes the victim and can face life-changing consequences.
- Sex offender registration program: Sex offender registration is the death penalty of sex crimes consequences. Depending on the circumstances, almost any sex crime conviction can result in the requirement to register as a sex offender.
- Child pornography: The possession, manufacture or distribution of child pornography can lead to federal prosecution and a lengthy prison sentence.
- Sting operations: Internet and street-level sting operations can leave to life-changing criminal charges such as solicitation of a minor.
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If you are charged with a sex crime, don't risk your future. Contact me, Maryland sex crimes lawyer James Crawford, for a free initial consultation. I am available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
