Sex Crimes Defense Attorney Los Angeles
Criminal Defense Attorneys, Los Angeles
Sex crimes have increasing visibility in today’s world and may result in devastating consequences. If you have been accused of committing a sex crime, then it is likely that you will face felony charges. White Goldstein has the experience and the skills necessary to win and the compassion and the empathy necessary to understand the tremendous difficulties involved with fighting what may be considered “taboo” charges. At White Goldstein, we have the best criminal defense lawyers Los Angeles has to offer. We are available for a free, confidential consultation.
Call us at: (877) 77 WE-WIN or (877) 779-3946.
There are many benefits to having a female criminal lawyer trial team. For example, often times, in a sex crimes case, a man is being accused by a women, or a child, of having committed an inappropriate sex act. Therefore, it evens the playing field, and has a positive psychological impact on the jury, when they jury sees a female criminal defense attorney fighting for the accused man.
The reality is that gender stereotypes still exist in today’s society. In fact, juries are more likely to perceive female lawyers as believing in their clients, and fighting for their lives, which in turn makes it easier for women attorneys to persuade the jury that their clients are innocent. Whereas men are too often perceived as “putting on a show” or “trying to trick” the jury, women attorneys tend to be viewed as more genuine and honest in their advocacy.
As the best criminal lawyers California has to offer, the attomeys at White Goldstein challenge every accusation and explore all possible defenses. Many clients are falsely accused. We have successfully defended numerous clients accused of sex crimes, by revealing some of the following motives for accusers to lie, and/or to make a false accusations: custody disputes, divorce battles, financial gain, mental illness, and psychological issues such as attention-seeking, anger problems, coaching by family, teachers, law enforcement officers and others.
See the case victories section below for examples of our outstanding sex crimes case results.
There are many different types of sex crimes. Some sex acts are crimes because they are committed against the will, or without the consent of, another person. Some sex acts are crimes because they involve a sex act, or inappropriate touching, with a minor or a child. When a minor or child is involved, even if there is consent, it is still considered a sex crime.
Common sex crimes include: child molestation, rape, statutory rape, marital rape, solicitation, prostitution, indecent exposure, lewd conduct, sexual abuse, sexual assault, child pornography, pimping, pandering, possession of child pornography, and distribution of child pornography.
If someone has accused you of a sex crime, and you believe that you will face misdemeanor charges, or believe that you are going to face felony charges, then you should immediately contact White Goldstein, the most skilled criminal defense attorneys Southern California has to offer at: (877) 77 WE-WIN or (877) 779-3946.
As female criminal defense attorneys, we use a unique combination of experience, knowledge, compassion, dedication and drive to tenaciously fight for — and defend — our clients.
At White Goldstein, we have top criminal defense attorneys who have overturned sexual assault cases by employing a successful consent defense. We have also successfully overturned sexual assault cases using a unique variety of other defenses. See the “case victories” section for other outstanding case results.
If you have been convicted of a sex offense, depending on your circumstances, you could face probation or up to life imprisonment and will likely be subjected to sex offender registration for life. Other penalties may include: victim restitution, court fines, community service, formal or informal probation, community service, court-ordered sex offender registration counseling, GPS or electronic monitoring, and/or parole. In California, all convicted sex offenders must register with local law enforcement and are labeled as a “sex offender” for life unless other measures are taken to remove them from sex registry. The registry is accessible to the public.
Of all the criminal defense attorneys Los Angeles has to offer, there are no other criminal defense attorneys in Southern California, who possess the knowledge, dedication, passion, and tenacity of the White Goldstein trial team.
For a free consultation with a White Goldstein criminal defense lawyer, call us now at: (877) 77 WE-WIN or (877) 779-3946.
White Goldstein has extensive experience handling sex crimes cases throughout Southern California including Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, San Diego County, Santa Barbara County, and Ventura County.
In Los Angeles County, White Goldstein routinely handles sex crimes cases in:
Airport Court (LAX), Alhambra, Antelope Valley (Lancaster), Antelope Valley Juvenile, Bellfower, Beverly Hills, Burbank, Catalina, Central Arraignment (Bauchet), Compton, Downtown Los Angeles (CCB), Downey, East Los Angeles, Eastlake Juvenile, El Monte, Glendale, Hollywood, Inglewood, Inglewood Juvenile, Long Beach, Malibu, Metropolitan (Hill Street), Newhall, Norwalk, Pasadena, Pomona, Torrance, San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita (Valencia), Van Nuys, West Covina, and Whittier.
Sex Crimes Case Victories
Charges: Child Molestation
Possible Punishment: 8 years in prison and lifetime sex offender registration
Outstanding Result: Jury verdict of not guilty
The client, a college sophomore, took the stand and admitted having intercourse with a young girl. The defense relied on the client’s inability to form the necessary mental state to be guilty of molestation because he was half-asleep when the act occurred.
Charges: Rape by Intoxication and Kidnapping
Possible Punishment: Life imprisonment
Outstanding Result: 3 years in prison (to be served at 50% time, rather than standard 85% for serious, violent felonies)
Through skillful negotiation, and meticulous preparation, the defense was able to show the prosecution that the accuser was unreliable and would not appear as a sympathetic witness to the jury.
Charges: Sexual Battery and Annoying /Molesting a Child
Possible Punishment: 1 year in county jail and mandatory sex-offender registration
Outstanding Result: Probation, no jail, and no requirement to register as a sex offender
Charges: Child Molestation, Forcible Rape, Forcible Sodomy, Forcible Oral Copulation
Potential Punishment: 24 years in prison and lifetime sex offender registration
Outstanding Result: Probation
Charges: Lewd and Lascivious Conduct
Potential Punishment: 1 year in county jail
Outstanding Result: Charges dismissed
Charges: Forcible Rape
Possible Punishment: 8 years in prison
Outstanding Result: Charges not filed
Client, a college student, was accused of raping a girl at a party. After the accusation was made, police contacted the client and demanded that he submit to DNA testing. Due to quick intervention by the defense, the client’s rights were protected and he was able to explain his side of the story without incriminating himself. The case was considered by the prosecution’s office but due to the defense’s diligent advocacy, charges were never filed.