Have you been charged with a sex crime in Westmoreland or Indiana County, Pennsylvania? If so, you’re probably worried about how a conviction could affect your reputation, your freedom, and your future. Police and prosecutors take these cases very seriously, and you need an equally serious defense to help you protect your rights and your good name.
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Sex offenses under Pennsylvania law include:
Some sex crimes, such as rape, impose increased penalties for aggravating factors.
A sex crime conviction can have other long-term consequences beyond imprisonment or fines. First, many sex offenses require convicted defendants to register as sex offenders following their release from incarceration. This status obligates them to report to law enforcement periodically and promptly advise of changes to their personal or contact information. A conviction for a sex offense will also result in a criminal record, the stigma of which can make it exceedingly challenging to seek employment, housing, licensing, or educational opportunities.
The consequences of a sex conviction are serious. That’s why you need dedicated, knowledgeable legal counsel to help you protect your interests and pursue the most favorable outcome under the circumstances of your case.
Individuals charged with a sex offense may pursue various defense strategies to fight the prosecution’s case, such as: