Being a suspect for the sex crime of child pornography in Florida can lead to a conviction and time in prison for state and federal law violations. The 2011 Florida Statutes include prohibitions against child pornography and define rules for criminal proceedings that are about this sex crime. The definition of “child pornography” as detailed in 847.001 includes any image that depicts an underage (minor under age 18) engaged in sexual conduct.
Child Pornography
This is a sex crime is one that can easily cross over and generate additional sex crime charges for lewd behavior with a child, sexual battery/statutory rape of a child, fondling, and other sex related activities that are illegal because the victim is under the age of consent. If the pornography is distributed over the internet or mailed, it violates federal laws as well. An early and strong criminal defense strategy is advised if you or a loved one has been questioned about possible involvement in child pornography. With identity theft and Internet hacking, an innocent person may find they are suspect in a child pornography case.
Penalties for Violation of Child Pornography Laws
The penalties a person convicted of child pornography faces are extreme.
- Mandatory prison sentences may run from 5 to 30 years or longer.
- Repeat offenders may spend a lifetime without parole in prison.
- If found guilty, the defendant must add their name and current personal information to the National Sex Offender Registry, maintain that information as they move to new locations, and do this for the rest of their life.
- Job opportunities will be limited and employers or rental agents may just turn them down due to the felony sex crime conviction on their permanent criminal record.
First Line of Defense
The first thing to do if you are suspected of committing a child pornography sex crime is to contact a legal defense team that focuses on protecting clients from conviction on that crime. MUSCA Law has a high-powered team of sex crime attorneys that have over 100 years combined experience handling sex crime cases for clients in Florida and nationwide. They give exceptional effort to each case and work closely with clients to build a strong defense against charges that may not even be true. When evidence is collected illegally, it may be possible to mount a challenge and suppress the evidence from being admitted into the case against you.
Attorneys at MUSCA Law
Our sex crime attorneys have extensive experience with child pornography sex crimes. They are the ones to call when you need experienced Florida sex crimes attorneys. It may be possible to help you avoid charges in the first place, but you must call immediately if accused. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty despite what it might seem like at this point. Musca Law has offices in the major Florida cities of Miami, Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville. The team you want by your side is awaiting your call at their 24/7 toll-free telephone number – or use the contact form from this website. Call now for your free consultation.
