Defending Against Sex Crime Allegations in Missouri & Oklahoma
Few accusations are as devasting as sexual misconduct charges. Even the rumor that you are being investigated for such an offense can damage your reputation and compromise your personal and social relationships. These allegations can ruin lives, families, careers, jobs, and more before you have even had your day in court. They may be based on falsehoods, half-truths, exaggerations, or deceit backed by unknown and ulterior motives. Evidence may be scant and without verified witnesses.
Because of the destructive nature of any sex crime allegation, you must engage the services of an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. At Bennett & Gallon, our defense lawyers have been involved in thousands of cases of felony charges related to all types of sex crimes. We understand the grave repercussions of a conviction, including prison time, fines, years of probation, and the potential for sex offender registration. Our team will work relentlessly to provide you with aggressive criminal defense advocacy throughout the legal process.
Types Of Sex Crimes in Missouri
Sex crimes are defined under Missouri law and include a variety of offenses involving non-consensual acts of a sexual nature. They are generally charged as felonies, with penalties imposed based on the nature and severity of the crime and other factors, such as if the alleged victim was a minor, was incapacitated, was elderly, or if a weapon was used in the commission of the crime.
These crimes can include but are not limited to:
- Rape and attempted rape
- Statutory rape
- Sodomy and statutory sodomy
- Child molestation
- Sexual misconduct
- Sexual misconduct involving a child
- Sexual misconduct with a student
- Sexual abuse
- Promoting online sexual solicitation
Penalties for these crimes can range from four years to life in prison, as well as mandatory sex offender registration.
Types Of Sex Crimes in Oklahoma
The majority of sex crimes in Oklahoma are charged as felonies. Convictions can lead to decades of prison time and sex offender registration terms of 15 years to life, depending on your case.
Examples of Oklahoma sex crimes include but are not limited to:
- Child pornography
- Indecent exposure
- Child molestation
- Internet sex crimes
- Soliciting minors
- Sexual battery
- Rape and statutory rape
Penalties for these crimes can range from 30 days in jail for indecent exposure to life in prison for rape.
Contact Our Sexual Misconduct Attorneys in Joplin, MO & Miami, OK Today
A conviction for a sex crime will drastically change your life through criminal penalties and the negative social stigma of being a sex offender. These are generally extremely complicated cases that require the skills and understanding of an attorney who knows how to handle the matter.
Law firms with a prior history of defending against sex crimes generally have the best chance of securing favorable outcomes. Bennett & Gallon has successfully handled countless cases involving sexual misconduct allegations of all kinds. Our firm is well-equipped to represent you at this crucial time.
Have you been accused of a sex crime? Call Bennett & Gallon today at
(888) 814-9045 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our sexual misconduct allegations attorneys in Joplin, Mo & Miami, OK!
