Orange County Sex Crime Lawyer

Arrested for rape, sexual battery or child sexual abuse?

If you have been accused of a sex crime, it is exceedingly important to secure proper legal representation as soon as possible. Your entire future and freedom are in jeopardy, and it is vital that you act immediately to ensure that your rights are protected to the fullest extent of the law. Of all criminal offenses, a sex crime is one of the most serious. The nature of these acts and the social ostracism that may result from a conviction or even allegations of a crime of this kind makes it imperative that you have a sex crime attorney you can trust.

At Takakjian & Sitkoff, we are experienced criminal lawyers dedicated to assisting clients who have been arrested for or charged with sex crimes throughout all of Orange County. We understand that you are facing a life-altering situation that needs to be addressed immediately. Our firm offers a free initial consultation with an Orange County sex crime lawyer to help you get started.

Areas of Practice – Sex Crime Defense in the OC

No matter whether you have been criminally charged with rape, sexual battery or statutory rape, you can trust in our firm to provide aggressive, high-quality defense when it matters most. We can also provide defense in cases involving children (some of the severest of sexual offenses). This includes child sexual abuse, child molestation and the possession of child pornography or exploitation of a minor. Beyond that, we can assist with charges of indecent exposure, prostitution or solicitation of prostitution.

When a person is accused of or under investigation for any of the above offenses or related sex crimes, their future is immediately at risk. Act as soon as possible and contact us for a complimentary, strictly confidential consultation. Our criminal attorneys are experienced in handling sex crime cases in the Orange County area. By speaking with us, you will have the opportunity to find out what can be done to challenge your charges and work toward avoiding a conviction.

Penalties for an Orange County Sex Crime Conviction

A conviction in California for any type of sex offense may result in imprisonment in state prison or county jail, depending on whether the crime is charged as a felony or a misdemeanor. In California, a misdemeanor is punishable by up to 12 months in county jail. A felony, however, may be punishable by anywhere from a minimum of one month in prison to life imprisonment or, in severe cases, even the death penalty. Additional penalties that a person convicted of a sex crime may face include: probation, fines, and sex offender registration.

Of all the consequences of a sex crime conviction, sex offender registration is often the most serious. For the rest of the defendant's life, he or she will be required to register on a regular basis with local law enforcement his or her name, address, picture, and offense for which he or she was convicted. Being labeled a sex offender may significantly impact one's ability to obtain employment and may forever ruin one's reputation. Sex offender registration may also limit where a person can live and work.

Why hire an Orange County sex crime lawyer?

For the best chance of avoiding the many negative consequences of a sex crime conviction, you will need an aggressive attorney at your side. With experience as former Deputy District Attorneys, our legal practice is thoroughly dedicated to providing only the highest quality representation and personal attention throughout your case. Our law firm is committed to offering our clients the attention and service they deserve while providing the aggressive defense counsel they need.

When we handle a sex crime case, we work not only to help our client avoid a conviction in criminal court but also strive to limit other negative repercussions by keeping your information private and by properly representing your interests and concerns inside and outside of the courtroom. With extensive experience in prosecution, our attorneys also understand both sides of these cases and will use this to your benefit.

If you or someone you love has been charged with a sexual offense, you deserve fair and experienced legal representation. Contact an Orange County sex crime lawyer from our firm today to schedule your free initial consultation!