Miami Sex Crime Defense Lawyers
Representing Those Accused of Sex Crimes Throughout Southern Florida
Sexual-related criminal offenses in Florida can carry immediate and severe long-term consequences. In addition to possible prison sentences, convicted offenders can also be required to register as sex offenders and face a lifetime of hardship when it comes to obtaining employment, housing, or professional licenses.
Criminal charges in sexual offense cases are often based solely on the claims of alleged victims, which may be exaggerated or completely manufactured. People who know that they are completely innocent of these types of crimes often believe that there is no harm in telling authorities their version of events, but it can often be a huge mistake to make any kind of statement without legal representation, as answers to certain questions can be later used to convict individuals.
Were you arrested or do you think that you might be under investigation for an alleged sexual offense in South Florida? The Miami criminal defense lawyers at Hubbs Law Firm defend clients accused of sex-related crimes in Coral Gables, Miami, Hialeah, Miami Gardens, Homestead, and several other surrounding communities in Miami-Dade County. Our founding attorney, E.J. Hubbs, has extensive experience in criminal trial law.
Call our Miami sex crime defense attorneys at (305) 570-4802 today to receive a free evaluation of your case.
Types of Sex Crimes in Florida
The possible penalties for sexual offenses depend on a number of factors, including the specific crime, the age of the alleged victim, and whether the alleged offender has been previously convicted of a sex offense. The grading of these crimes varies depending on the nature of the alleged offense as well as the aforementioned factors.
The Miami sex crimes attorneys at Hubbs Law represent clients who have been accused of such sex crimes, including:
- Sexual battery
- Sexual activity with minors
- Using the internet to lure a child
- Traveling to meet a minor for illegal sexual conduct
- Transmitting material harmful to a minor
- Lewd and lascivious offenses
- Unnatural and lascivious act
- Exposure of sexual organs
- Child pornography charges
Miami Sex Crime Investigations
After an alleged victim has filed a report with police relating to an alleged sexual offense, authorities will take several steps in investigating the incident. In addition to speaking to the alleged victim, detectives will also collect any physical evidence and then attempt to speak to the alleged offender. When law enforcement approaches an alleged offender, the demeanor is not always confrontational. Many times, detectives will try to put the person being investigated at ease. Alleged offenders who know that they are truly innocent can feel compelled to speak openly about the case.
Innocent people often allow police officers or detectives to conduct searches of their residences so as to not appear as though they might be hiding something. Unfortunately, well-intentioned efforts to comply with law enforcement requests often result in circumstantial evidence or other incriminating statements being obtained from and used against alleged offenders in these cases.
As professional Miami criminal defense attorneys, we take every case personally give every client the deliberate care it deserves. Our clients become part of our family and we fight relentlessly for their rights. Read more about us to find out how we can help you.
FAQs About Miami Sex Crimes
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 305-570-4802 today!
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How would I know if I’m being investigated for a sex crime?
You may not know unless you have heard from the alleged victim or other parties that the police were contacted. However, at some point, law enforcement will likely reach out to you to get “your side of the story”. This is an excellent time to call an attorney.
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Can I be charged with a sex crime if it’s just my word versus hers?
Yes, police just need probable cause to arrest someone for a crime. To some officers, that means simply getting a statement from an alleged victim that a sex crime occurred. To other officers, probable cause means getting some type of corroborating evidence to support the alleged victim’s story. This could be video, text messages, or witness statements. However, the bottom line is that police officers have a lot of discretion to make arrests, and you should prepare yourself accordingly.
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How can an attorney help defend me for a sex crime?
An attorney can help prepare your defense in many different ways depending on the case. First, an attorney can help you cutoff potentially incriminating communication with law enforcement. Second, an attorney can help you preserve evidence that might be crucial at later point in time such as surveillance video from a hotel. Finally, an attorney can possibly help you obtain a resolution with either the detective or prosecutor that does not result in an arrest.
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Will I be placed on the sex offender registry?
It depends on the outcome of your case. If a defendant pleas guilty or nolo contendere to one of the crimes listed in Florida Statute 943.0435, he or she must report to the sex offender registry.
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What are the immigration consequences of a sex crime?
It depends on the specific sex crime where a plea is entered. However, many sex crimes can be considered crimes involving turpitude. In addition, Federal law lists rape, sexual abuse of a minor, and child pornography as deportable aggravated felony offenses.
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