Online Solicitation of a Minor Lawyer NYC
Defense for Online Solicitation of a Minor Charges in New York
When an adult uses the Internet to engage in sexually explicit communication with a minor, they can be charged with solicitation of a minor for sexual purposes. State and federal law enforcement agencies monitor the Internet on a regular basis in effort to identify and apprehend sexual predators. Police personnel will even pose as a minor in sting operations that involve chat rooms, MySpace, Facebook and other social networking sites. Online solicitation of a minor can also encompass sexually explicit emails and the sending or receive of pornographic materials. Even using the Internet to arrange a meeting with a minor can result in solicitation charges.
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Sex Crime Penalties in New York City
The penalties for online solicitation of a minor can include:
- Probation
- Incarceration
- Fines
- Psychological treatment
- Sex offender registration
If you have been charged with an Internet sex crime involving a minor, contact a New York sex crime lawyer from Musa-Obregon Law PC. We are an experienced criminal defense firm that provides the aggressive representation needed to attack the prosecution's case. Our firm will conduct a thorough investigation of the charges against you, and zealously protect your rights.
Defending Charges of Online Solicitation of a Minor
An arrest for a sexual offense involving a minor can ruin your reputation, damage relationships with family members and jeopardize your employment. The technological aspects of an Internet sex crime case requires a sophisticated defense strategy conducted by an experienced litigator. Our Queens criminal defense team has a successful track record providing representation in complex sex crime cases, and will use our broad legal and technical knowledge when defending the charges against you. Attorney Michael Musa-Obregon is a former New York prosecutor that can knows what actions the District Attorney's office will take when pursuing a conviction, and the most effective way to challenge their evidence.