Sex Charges

Sex Crimes Charges In Utah

Are You Facing Sex Crime Charges? You Need A Qualified Sex Crimes Defense Attorney To Protect Your Rights!

Few criminal charges come with the lifelong implications that sex crimes do. Sexual offenses are taken seriously and prosecuted aggressively. If you have been arrested and charged with a sex crime, you are facing severe and long-lasting consequences that could affect nearly every aspect of your life for many years to come.

Attorney William Melton of Melton Law is prepared to represent clients in even the most serious sex offense cases. Regardless of what you have been accused of, you have rights worth protecting. We are here to listen to your story, advise you on your situation, and defend you assertively in court.

What Is Considered A Sex Crime In Utah?

There are quite a few offenses that are considered sexual crimes in Utah. These are some examples of sex offenses:

• Rape
• Sexual Assault
• Indecent Exposure
• Child Sexual Abuse
• Illegal Sexual Acts with a Minor
• Sexual Solicitation
• Forcible Sodomy
• Incest
• Sexual Battery
• Prostitution
• And more…

Committing a sex crime can have severe punishments in Utah. If you have been accused of sex-related criminal charges, it is imperative to seek legal counsel from a qualified sex crimes defense attorney. Your sex crime lawyer will be able to help you create a plan to move forward and obtain the best possible outcome for your case.

What Potential Punishments Can I Face For A Sex Crime In Utah?

The potential consequences of a sex crime in Utah depend on the facts of your case, including, most importantly, what crimes you are charged with. For instance, some sex offenses are considered misdemeanors, while other sex crimes are categorized as felonies. Many are also federal crimes and tend to carry heavier punishments.

Some sex-related criminal charges are penalized with fines and a few months in jail, while others can carry a lifetime prison sentence. For some of the charges, however, the fines are steep. If you are facing convictions of sexual abuse of a child, for instance, you could pay up to $10,000.

Even the minimum penalties for a sex crime are typically much more serious if the crime committed involves a child. For example, adult rape charges will incur a minimum of 5 years in prison. However, for child rape, that number increases to a minimum prison sentence of 25 years.

Indecent exposure charges can range between six months of jail time and five years of prison time, depending on whether it is a first-time or repeat offense. An indecent exposure attorney will be able to help you determine the potential sentence based on the details of your case.

Besides these legal repercussions, sex offenders in Utah must also register with their local authorities and be subject to certain restrictions. As a registered sex offender, you cannot enter protected areas, such as schools, parks, and playgrounds. You might also have to validate your information or re-register on a regular basis to ensure your information remains updated.

Having a sex offense on your record can create lifelong social and relationship difficulties. In addition, it may be challenging to find a job as a registered sex offender, as there may be limitations on where you can and cannot work.

Can My Sex Crime Lawyer Get My Charges Dismissed Or Removed From My Record?

While it is impossible to say with certainty whether we can get your sex-related criminal charges dismissed, working with an experienced sexual assault attorney greatly improves your chances. The ability to have your charges dropped or expunged depends on multiple factors, such as the evidence in the case, your criminal history, and what you have been accused of.

After we have an idea about the facts of your case, we can determine the potential solutions. This may involve aiming to have your charges reduced or dismissed, or another plan of action that we feel will obtain the best results for you. No matter what you are facing, we are committed to providing attentive care and assertive defense.

Even if you are initially convicted of sex-related criminal charges, it may be possible to have these expunged from your record at a later date. As your sex crime lawyers, we will be able to advise you on the steps for having your crimes expunged if you are eligible.

Get The Representation You Need To Defend Your Freedom

If you have been accused of a sex offense, it is crucial that you partner with a skilled criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Attorney Melton will thoroughly investigate the facts of your case in order to recover evidence and attack the prosecution’s case against you.

To get the support and advocacy you deserve, contact Melton Law today to connect with a knowledgeable sex crimes defense attorney. Call our Taylorsville, UT, office today at (801) 769-0057 to schedule a consultation with us to review your case.