If you're being charged with a sex crime, there are some things you may want to know. This information may help you understand the full implications of a conviction or what you need to do with your attorney to make sure you don't incriminate yourself before or during...
Sex Crimes
Civil commitment: The same as supervised release in Virginia?
If you've been convicted of a felony in the past or have been on a sex offender registry, you know that you lost your right to vote when you were in prison. As a way of helping you merge back into society after being imprisoned or convicted, Governor Terry McAuliffe...
Former principal accused of sex crimes in new trial
If you're accused of sex crimes against minors, it's important to defend yourself. You may find that once one allegation is made, others make more, even if they're false. It's vital that you have someone to help you manage this stressful time, so you can defend your...
You can fight back against charges for sex crimes
There are many kinds of sex crimes you could be accused of, but regardless of the crime you may or may not have committed, you deserve to have fair representation. There are many instances where good people are accused of criminal acts when the facts have become...
Virginia man arrested for traveling to Ohio to meet 14-year-old
A sex crime is a serious charge; even if you think you're participating in a legal act, you could be arrested. For instance, if a minor tells you that she's over 18 and you start a relationship, you could be accused of statutory rape. If that happens, a strong defense...
Sentencing and how to know what to expect in court
If you're being accused of sexual offenses like rape or sexual assault, you need to understand the kind of sentencing you could face. Here are a few quick questions and answers you may want to consider.Who determines what kind of sentence you receive? Unlike in the...
Sex offender bill reaches the Senate and House in Virginia
If you've been convicted or accused of sex offenses against children in the past, you know that it can have serious implications for your life. Not only can it be hard to get a job or difficult to mend relationships, but people can often identify you by sex offender...
Fighting charges for soliciting or being a prostitute
If you've been accused of being a prostitute or seeking one out, you could be facing some serious legal trouble. Your attorney can help you build up a strong defense against the claims, but it's also important to understand why you're being charged.Although sex...
Understanding possible sex crime charges
One of the first things to do when you are charged with a crime is to make sure you understand exactly what you are being charged with. The nuances between criminal charges might seem small, but they can make a big difference in how your case is tried and what the...
What is a defense of consent?
If you're accused of sexual assault, then the first thing you will probably want to do is to start explaining yourself. You should be careful, though, because anything you say can, and may well, be used against you. There are several good defenses for sexual assault...