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Washington DC Nonviolent Sex Crime Attorneys

If you've been charged with sexual assault or rape in Maryland, you want a lawyer who is committed to fighting for your rights and will stand up to not the prosecutors. Contact Meng & Alpert, LLC today for a free consultation. Our criminal lawyers are former prosecutors who know the law. We will work hard to get you the best possible result.

Our firm represents people in Bethesda and throughout Southern Maryland, including Rockville, Gaithersburg, Chevy Chase, Oxon Hill, Glen Burnie, Silver Spring, Columbia, Ellicott City, Annapolis, Bowie, College Park, Greenbelt, and Metropolitan Washington D.C. Contact us today for your free consultation!

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Nonviolent Sex Offenses

State laws regarding nonviolent sex offenses vary greatly. Typically, state statutes address prostitution, pandering, solicitation, indecent exposure, and illegal possession of pornography. Experienced criminal defense firms handle all types of nonviolent sex offense cases. The penalties for nonviolent sex offenses, although generally less severe than for violent sex offenses, can still range from fines and community service to felony charges and incarceration. If you have been arrested for a nonviolent sex offense, protect your rights by contacting a criminal defense firm regarding your defense.

Prostitution, Pandering, Solicitation

Prostitution, solicitation, pandering and pimping may be considered either felonies or misdemeanors in most states. Prostitution is defined as a person receiving payment for sexual intercourse or other sexual act. Pimping is defined as soliciting acts of prostitution or pandering on behalf of another. Although frequently a misdemeanor, it is typically a crime to hire a prostitute to perform sexual acts for payment.

A prostitution charge in Washington DC may be the result of an team effort of vice officers setting up female decoys to attract males and get them to agree to sex acts for a price in a prostitution sting operation. Many men caught in this situation have no prior record, want to keep the matter secret, and do not want to go to trial to avoid potentially adverse effects on their marriage, family and employment. If you have been caught in a prostitution sting operation, you must obtain a lawyer to evaluate your interaction with undercover officers to determine if an entrapment defense might be successful for you or if you should plead to a lesser charge.

Indecent Exposure and Lewd Acts

Lewd acts, lascivious conduct and indecent exposure may be charged as a misdemeanor in most states. These crimes may also involve pornography, engaging in sexual acts in a public place, or exposing the genitals in a public place.

Indecent exposure is a more serious offense than prostitution and can potentially be charged as a felony, which may require long-term registration as a sex offender or psychological treatment in some states. In these cases, a Maryland sex offense attorney, if contacted promptly, may interview all prosecution witnesses and other witnesses that may help in your defense. If your case cannot be defended, your lawyer might be able to arrange for psychological treatment instead of jail time.

Conclusion

Even nonviolent sex offenses carry the possibility of serious penalties and life-changing requirements, such as psychological treatment or registration requirements. If you are facing any of these sex crimes, you need the assistance of an experienced Maryland sex crime defense attorney who is compassionate about your situation and will work hard to achieve the best results for you, whether that is a dismissal, an acquittal, a plea bargain, or alternative sentencing.

DISCLAIMER: This site and any information contained herein are intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Seek competent legal counsel for advice on any legal matter.

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