Facing charges for sex crimes will likely be the most difficult experience of your life. Not only are there heavy penalties attached, but there is a stigma to being labeled as a sex offender that will shadow you for the rest of your life.
There are a number of different categories of sex crimes in South Carolina. They include:
● Criminal sexual conduct - this is any act that involves sexual battery on another person
● Sexual assault - non-consensual touching of the private parts of another
● Disseminating obscenity - creating, selling, delivering, or distributing obscene material
● Indecent exposure - knowingly exposing private parts in the presence of another person
Most of these sex crimes have long potential prison sentences. For example, even three-degree criminal sexual conduct will carry a jail sentence of up to ten years. In addition, you would also be required to be placed on the sex offender registry upon your release from prison.
Any sex crime involves high stakes for you and your family. Given the nature of the alleged crime, the defendant may be labeled and could have trouble getting a fair chance in court. Therefore, you should never deal with a sex crime charge alone. You should hire an attorney the moment that you know you are being investigated by law enforcement. Otherwise, you may be at risk of doing or saying something that could give the prosecutor evidence to use against you.
An experienced attorney can help you with a legal defense to achieve the best possible legal outcome. If you have not committed the crime that you are charged with, we understand the necessity of clearing your name and reputation.
Contact an Anderson County Sex Crimes Attorney Today
The lawyers at Bradley & Perkins will provide you with determined legal representation in a judgment-free manner. Call us today at 864.401.8770 or reach out to us online to schedule your free initial consultation.