San Jose Sex Crimes Lawyer, San Jose Sexual Assault & Rape Attorney

Have You Been Charged with a sex crimes or sexual assault in San Jose?

In California, a sex crime is defined as an illegal act of sex or an illegal form of sexual behavior as clarified by the federal and state governments. Those convicted of this serious offense will forever be labeled as sex offenders. What this means for an individual convicted of a sex crime in San Jose or anywhere in California is that they must join the State of California Sex Offender Registry and remain on the list for life. This can be particularly devastating because the list is available to the public. Being listed as a sex offender can follow you for the rest of your life, affecting your ability to find a good job, a place to rent, and your neighbors will know about your conviction.

Commonly Prosecuted Sex Crimes

Common sex crimes include sexual abuse, child molestation, indecent exposure, rape, date rape, statutory rape, sexual assault, prostitution, distribution of illegal pornography, and child pornography.

Sex Crime Penalties in California

Due to pressure from the public, prosecutors try sex crime cases with the utmost aggression. An individual convicted of a sex crime can receive a sentence that includes mandatory Sex Offender Registration, prison time, court ordered counseling, parole/probation, restitution, community service, and heavy fines.

The punishment may be more severe if the defendant has a prior record or if the victim was under the age of 18. Due to the potentially devastating affect a sex crime conviction can have on your life, anyone being charged with a sex crime should consult an attorney who is familiar with defending this type of charge.

The San Jose criminal lawyers at the law offices of Ramiro J. Lluis have a proven track record of defending sex crimes as well as all types of criminal charges. Don’t risk your future – contact a San Jose sex crime attorney now for a free consultation.

The time to speak with a San Jose Criminal Defense Attorney is now. Call us today at (phone number) to discuss your case.