Sex Offenses
What are the Penalties for Violating Child Pornography Laws in CA?
Aggressive laws have been enacted at the state and federal level in an attempt to eradicate the distribution and consumption of child pornography and punish those who commit other sex crimes against children. These laws are often controversial and challenged for violating First Amendment freedoms. In California, laws have been passed aimed at destroying the market for child pornography by targeting not just consumers of the product, but also producers,…
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How to Defend Yourself when Accused of Possessing Child Pornography
If you are charged with (or being investigated for) possession of child pornography, it is critical to retain the services of an experienced child pornography defense attorney as soon as possible. Usually, the factual scenario is this: The police or FBI come to your home to search your computer. They seize your computer and tell you they will be in contact with you at a later date. STOP. When that…
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Woman Accusing Justin Bieber of Fathering her Child Facing Statutory Rape Investigation (Penal Code Section 261.5)
If the District Attorneys office wants to file criminal charges against this 20 year old woman who is stating she had sexual relations with Justin Bieber, she could end up doing as much as three years in jail for having sexual intercourse with a minor. It doesn't matter if you have sex with a "pop star" at a break at a concert or in any other location. IF the person…
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Possession Or Distribution Of Child Pornography In California Under Penal Code 311 Can Result In State Prsion Time And Registration As A Sex Offender
Possession and/or distribution of child pornography in California is an increasingly serious crime and can now lead to a prison sentence of up to six years and a fine of $100,000 under penal code section 311. Conviction of this crime also requires lifetime registration as a sex offender which can have a devastating lifetime impact. It is important to know what the law is and potential defenses if you are…
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How Do I Defend Against Lewd Act Upon A Child Charges Under Penal Code 288 In California?
Lewd act upon a child charges under penal code 288 are among the most serious child molestation charges one can face in California and a single conviction on one count of this crime can result in a prison sentence of up to eight years and lifetime registration as a sex offender. If you or a loved one is being prosecuted for this crime it is important to know what the…
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Orange County Child Pornography Possession Information
Starting back in 2009, a multiple prong investigation by the Justice Department and Homeland Security targeted several hundred people living in several countries across the world who they suspected were involved in a massive online child pornography ring. Recently, it was reported that the investigation has resulted, to date, in approximately 72 people being identified and charged with possession of and distribution of child pornography and sex crimes against children.…
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San Juan Capistrano Delays Voting On Ordinance About Sexual Offenders
In a meeting this week, all of the council members were in favor of the notion of making a new ordinance that would support the restricting of sex offenders out of San Juan Capistrano city parks. However, some legal concerns about a proposal prompted the City Council to delay a vote on it this week. Some of the Council members indicated that there are still many questions with the ordinance,…
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Technology used to monitor individuals on computer related equipment is a permissible condition of supervised release
In July 2009, United States Secret Service obtained information that an individual in Lakewood, California was downloading child pornography from the Internet and obtained a search warrant of the home. During the execution of the search warrant, agents found Pio Quinzon occupying the home. Mr. Pio Quinzon pled guilty to possession of child pornography, which was found on his personal use computer. Several conditions were laid out for Mr. Quinzon,…
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I’m supposed to register as a sex offender. What are the ground rules? – California Penal Code Section 290
If you are convicted of a sex crime that triggers the lifetime requirement to register as a sex offender, you will be responsible for abiding by certain requirements. A failure to do so can result in additional jail time. If you were convicted of a felony sex offense and you violate the registration requirements, you can be thrown into state prison for up to three years. You can spend up…
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What is the difference between “Meghan’s Law” and “Jessica’s Law”?
Megan's Law Megan's Law allows the state to post your picture and address on the Department of Justice website if you have been convicted of certain sex offenses. The date of conviction does not matter. In certain cases, it is possible to have your name, address, and picture taken off the website. For instance, if your conviction is for a misdemeanor violation of Penal Code sections 647.6 (annoying or molesting…
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