Cornelius Sex Crimes Lawyer

North Carolina criminal statutes and federal criminal statutes define a wide variety of sex-related crimes. The experienced sex crimes defense lawyers at King Law in Cornelius, NC can represent clients in Cornelius accused of, for example: 

• Rape
• Statutory rape
• Forcible or statutory sexual offense
• Prohibited sexual activity 
• Sexual battery
• Human trafficking and sexual servitude
• Incest
• Indecent exposure
• Peeping
• Sexual exploitation of a minor (including child pornography production, distribution, and possession offenses)
• Sexual solicitation of a child via computer or electronic device
• Prostitution-related offenses
• Failure to register as a sex offender

The catalog of criminal offenses that relate to alleged sexual misconduct is constantly evolving and includes both felonies and misdemeanors. Our  sex crimes attorneys in Cornelius, NC encourage you to contact our team in Cornelius immediately if you face a potential or actual charge for any crime under North Carolina or federal law relating to sexual activity, regardless of whether you see it listed above. 

A sex crime conviction can have severe, life-altering consequences for you and your family. Here are some of the potential implications. 

Imprisonment, Supervision, and Other Punishments

The sentence for a sex crime conviction will often include a term of incarceration ranging from months (for a misdemeanor) to years (for a felony). It also commonly involves a period of post-release supervision. People convicted of sex crimes may also serve terms of probation and have to pay fines or restitution. 

Mandatory Sex Offender Registration

For most categories of sex crimes in Cornelius (although not prostitution-related offenses exclusively involving adults), a convicted person must also register as a sex offender in the state for at least 30 years. In some cases, after ten years of registration, they can petition the state court to shorten the registration period, but the court is not required to grant that request. 

Sex offender registration can impose significant burdens on your life. In North Carolina, registered sex offenders have their names, photos, and other identifying information posted on a public website. They must periodically verify their registrations with the local police and give notice of any changes to their name, address, or residency. They may not live within 1,000 feet of a school or daycare. They cannot volunteer in activities or work in jobs involving children. And if they fail to abide by these obligations, they are subject to immediate arrest and a felony charge. 

Other Life Consequences

In addition to the burdens described above, a sex crime conviction can pose other personal and legal challenges for people living or working in Cornelius. They can include:

• Difficulty finding a place to live, securing or keeping a job, or getting a loan
• Relationship strain or divorce
• Loss of child custody or visitation rights
• Deportation or other immigration consequences
• Loss of reputation and social isolation
• Civil liability for damages to alleged victims

There is no sugar-coating the challenges people convicted of sex crimes in North Carolina can face. To protect yourself from them, speaking with an experienced Cornelius sex crimes lawyer is critically important. 

At King Law, we fight tirelessly to defend our clients against sex crime charges brought by Cornelius-area state or federal authorities. Our seasoned sex crimes defense lawyers in Cornelius have the know-how and resources to protect you against the immense power of government prosecutors and law enforcement agents. 

From the moment you hire us, we are your committed advocate and ally in the fight to protect your life and liberty against sex crime allegations. Our job is to stand firm between you and the state, ensuring that no one violates your constitutional rights, that you receive fair treatment from prosecutors and courts, and that you benefit from the strongest possible defense. Among other services, we can: 

• Independently investigate the alleged events that led to criminal charges against you
• Scrutinize and challenge the government’s evidence and legal arguments
• Represent you in all court appearances
• Work to secure your release from custody on bail 
• When possible, seek dismissal of the charges or suppression of the evidence against you
• Communicate with law enforcement and prosecutors as your representative
• When appropriate, negotiate charge reductions or plea bargains
• Defend you at trial and seek acquittal of the sex crime charges
• Present compelling arguments for the most lenient sentence possible
• Provide you with clear, straightforward, and honest advice at every stage

A sex crime charge in Cornelius can force you into the legal fight of your life. King Law’s Cornelius sex crimes lawyers possess the strength, determination, and talents to stand with you firmly in that battle. Safeguarding your freedom, livelihood, and future is our singular priority.