Frequently Asked Questions

Orange County Sex Crime Lawyer

What is a sex crime?

A sex crime is a criminal offense that involves unlawful or deviant acts of a sexual nature. Throughout the U.S., sex crimes are harshly prosecuted and sex offender registration imposed on a great deal of these. It is important that you seek knowledgeable and aggressive legal counsel from a skilled lawyer if you or someone you know is facing allegations of a sex crime.

What is sex offender registration?

Sex offender registration is a requirement for those who have been accused of particular types of sex crimes, mandating the registration and re-registration of specific information with law enforcement after one's release from prison or completion of probation. Generally, a sex offender must register once a year within a certain amount of time of his or her birthday, but registration is also required if the offender moves or changes his or her name. Sex offender information is available for the general public to see, making it more than difficult to be labeled a "sex offender." Additionally, a failure to register as a sex offender is a criminal offense in itself.

What are some penalties for sex crimes?

A person convicted of a sex crime may face imprisonment (in state prison or county jail), heavy fines, probation, and sex offender registration. Specific penalties will vary depending on the crime as well as the offender's prior criminal record, if any.

What types of sex crime cases does your firm handle?

At the Law Offices of Fred Thiagarajah, we handle all types of sex crimes throughout Orange County, including rape, child molestation, child pornography, indecent exposure, prostitution, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, and more. We welcome you to contact us at any time to see how one of our skilled lawyers can help you.

When should I consider involving an attorney?

It is important to involve an attorney as early as possible. Even if formal charges have not been filed against you, you may be at risk of facing these at any moment. An attorney can actually step in and work to help you avoid charges in the first place, or at the very least work to positively impact your case from the very beginning.

For the help you need in challenging your charges, contact an Orange County sex crime attorney at the Law Offices of Fred Thiagarajah today!