Being charged with soliciting a prostitute means more than just possible jail time or a hefty fine. Contact a California prostitution solicitation defense lawyer to fight these accusations for you. If you are accused of trying to solicit a prostitute, it can tear your relationship apart and devastate your reputation. If you have been charged, you’re bound to have questions. Here are some of the most frequently asked. What Is...
In California under Penal Code 290, offenders convicted of specific sexual crimes must register with local law enforcement. Registrants are listed on the California Sex and Arson Registry (CSAR), a statewide database maintaining information on registered sex offenders. The registry assists law enforcement and provides information to the public through Megan’s Law. Prior to January 1, 2021, sex offenders faced lifetime registry requirements. Since that date and the passage of...
Under California, federal, and international laws, sex offenders are legally allowed to travel across international borders. However, whether a sex offender is able to enter another country will be based on the home country's laws. Since registered sex offenders are still legally allowed to obtain a passport, it is possible for them to travel to many places around the globe. If you are a registered sex offender and are hoping...
Sex crimes can be horrible experiences for victims, alleged offenders, and anyone else involved to be in. Those that commit them can face severe punishments and lose their rights before being found guilty in a court of law. Unfortunately, you can be accused of sex crimes with little to no evidence, which complicates the legal process. If you or someone in your family has been charged with a sex crime,...
Revenge porn is a growing trend that has been specifically outlawed in California along with 33 other states. Revenge porn is the distribution of sexually explicit content on the internet without permission from the individual(s) featured. Revenge porn is a serious crime in California. Perpetrators can face steep fines, jail time, and probation, as well as opening themselves up to a civil lawsuit from the victim. Filing a Lawsuit for...
Age of consent can be a tricky thing. While these laws are designed to protect the young from being victimized, in some cases, they can feel rather arbitrary. However, it is crucial not to take these laws lightly. Violating one of California’s age of consent laws can result in statutory rape charges. Several different California laws govern behavior considered unlawful when it comes to sexual interaction with a minor. California...
Oral copulation, or oral sex, is a crime in California when it occurs without consent from one or both parties. Oral copulation is the act of one person’s mouth coming into contact with the genitals or anus of someone else. Unlawful oral copulation is generally processed under California Penal Code 287. However, those guilty of forcing another person into the act of oral copulation will likely face charges under multiple...
Allegations of sexual misconduct can lead to some of the most serious charges one can face - and with good reason. Our society tends to place a high weight on sexual crimes and violations, which is useful in protecting people from harm. Though the public sphere may be quick to judge a suspect in a sexual misconduct case, the legal system is still built on the presumption of innocence. This...
A conviction for a sex crime can negatively affect you for a lifetime. Convictions can result in jail time, fines, and registry as a sex offender. But can a sex crimes conviction be removed from a record in California? As a rule, you cannot expunge felony sex crimes. Even with a misdemeanor sex crime, the removal process can prove very complicated. However, there have been cases where a misdemeanor charge,...
A plea bargain for a sex crime will end up on your permanent record. However, the consequences of your plea agreement will likely be far less severe than what you would face if you were convicted outright. A plea bargain entails you pleading guilty or “no contest” to a crime. Through plea bargaining, you may be able to get a reduction in charges and/or sentencing. In this way, you might...
