Sex Crimes Attorney in Miami-Dade County

Felony Sex Crimes

Sex crimes are serious charges, carrying a negative impact on anyone accused of them, regardless of conviction. Sexual offenses are considered to be any sexual act against another person that uses forces and is done against their will. Unfortunately, in today's society there are many accusations of sexual crimes that are unfounded and unwarranted. Being accused of a sex crime will require an experienced criminal defense attorney that can help you sort through the circumstances surrounding the alleged crime and determine the best strategy to use for your defense.

When accused of a sex crime you can expect severe repercussions that begin immediately, with suspicion from neighbors, co-workers, even family. There is an extreme bias in our society against anyone accused of a sex crime, especially if it involves a child. Having the skilled and dedicated legal counsel form The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, P.A. to help you combat these charges will go far in providing a strong defense.

Types of Sex Crimes

There are many types of sex crimes someone can be accused of. Some of these include:

It is important to mount a strong defense against any sex crimes charges. Penalties for conviction are severe, with fines, probation, and lengthy imprisonment possible. One of the most damaging and long term consequences of a conviction is the requirement to register as a sexual offender on national registries, enabling anyone to see where you live, what crime you were convicted of and when it occurred. Having this type of stigma attached to you for the rest of your life could drastically affect your lifestyle, including employment opportunities and even where you will be able to live.

Our office will work closely with you, taking a personal commitment to fight every step of the way for your defense. Our highly experienced attorneys will work aggressively on your behalf, taking whatever steps necessary to prepare a strong defense.