Experienced Lakewood Internet Sexual Exploitation Of A Child Attorney
Internet sexual exploitation of a child charges can have severe consequences upon conviction. You could face substantial time in prison, a loss of your civil rights, and be required to register as a sex offender.
If you are facing criminal charges of this nature, The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic can help. You need an experienced Lakewood criminal defense attorney by your side, who can fight to protect your rights at this critical stage of your case.
With over 25 years of experience handling criminal law cases, attorney Elaine Lukic tailor a legal solution to minimize the damage that these charges have on your life. In some cases, we may be able to have the charges dismissed entirely. Call today for a confidential case evaluation.
What Is Internet Sexual Exploitation Of A Child?
Colorado Revised Statute 18-3-405.4 defines internet sexual exploitation of a minor as knowingly inviting, harassing, or enticing a person you know or believe to be 14 or younger through the use of a computer, telephone, or data network to do any of the following:
- Expose or touch their own or another person’s intimate parts
- Observe their intimate parts
Potential Penalties For Internet Sexual Exploitation Of A Child
Internet sexual exploitation of a child is a class 4 felony in Colorado. Criminal penalties include between two to six years in prison, a fine of $2,000 to $500,000, and parole. Keep in mind that minimum penalties for sex offenses cannot be negotiated in Colorado, so even if the judge or prosecutor wants to give you a lighter sentence, the minimum sentence must usually be carried out as stated by the legislature.
In addition to imprisonment and fines, you can also be ordered to undergo a psychiatric evaluation and complete treatment as a condition of your parole. Failure to complete treatment is considered a violation of your parole and can result in additional penalties.
You could also be required to register as a sex offender, which allows neighbors, employers, landlords, and others to find out about the conviction and potentially block you from opportunities to start over.
How We Can Help If You’re Facing Internet Sexual Exploitation Of A Child Charges
Because the stakes are so high, it is critical that you work with a criminal defense attorney who has experience handling sex crime cases. These cases are very complex and require a unique approach. As an attorney with over 25 years of experience, attorney Elaine Lukic’s first goal is to get the charges against you dropped. It is not unusual for charges of this nature to be false allegations stemming from bitter divorces or romantic relationships that went astray. We can challenge the evidence against you in hopes of getting it suppressed and having the charges dropped.
If this is not possible, we can consider whether a reduction of charges is possible in your case and will accomplish your interests. If you decide to go to trial to fight the charges, you can rely on us to vigorously defend your rights. We will aggressively attack the evidence against you, question the accuser’s credibility, or shine doubt on the prosecution’s case.
Contact Us For A Free Case Review
If you are facing charges for internet sexual exploitation of a minor, we encourage you to learn more about your legal rights and options. The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic focuses exclusively on criminal law, including misdemeanor and felony sex offenses. As a former prosecutor, Elaine Lukic knows how the other side builds their cases, and how to knock them down. She has a long track record of success in obtaining dismissals and acquittals. You can count on her during this pivotal time in your life. Call today for your free case review.
We have offices in Lakewood and Summit County, Colorado, and help clients throughout the state who have been charged with various sex offenses. Take advantage of a free case review by calling (303) 809-3425 for a confidential telephone consultation. You can also send an online message to schedule your free case review.