Minneapolis Sex Crimes Defense Attorney

Minneapolis Defense Attorney For Sexual Assault Claims

Charges of criminal sexual conduct (sex crimes) span a wide range of activities. They include, but are not limited to: indecent exposure, engaging in prostitution, soliciting a prostitute, sexual harassment in the work place, having sex with a minor, possession of child pornography, soliciting a minor over the internet, as well as, forced sexual penetration, commonly referred to simply as rape.

Sex crimes in Minnesota are forcefully investigated and prosecuted. In fact, many county attorneys’ offices have a special team of prosecutors who do nothing else but prosecute sex crime offenses. Many law enforcement departments also have special units devoted solely to investigating allegations of sex crimes. The rules of evidence can apply differently in sex crimes cases. Unlike many other crimes, the mere allegation by someone that you have committed a sex crime is enough to secure a guilty verdict at trial. As a result, many innocent people facing sex crime allegations will feel they are being presumed guilty, rather than innocent, by society. They will likely face a negative impact from family, friends, colleagues at work, and other members of the community – all before getting their day in court.

The mere allegation of a sex crime can often lead to the loss of a job, friends, and custody of children, long before the true facts are brought forth at trial. Sex crime allegations may arise during divorce proceedings in which one party has much to gain by labeling the other a “child molester” in order to gain full custody of a child. Consensual sex may very easily turn into allegations of date rape after a night of regret. A person underage may openly hold themselves out to be older than they truly are. Also, as seen recently in the media, allegations can be simply made-up by individuals looking for attention. Sometimes the allegations are manufactured by overzealous law enforcement officers who, in conducting a prostitution sting operation, have crossed the line into entrapment. The point is, allegations of sex crimes occur every day in very common situations.

Penalties

A criminal sexual conduct conviction can lead to a vast array of legal penalties, which may include, but are not limited to: mandatory prison terms, lengthy local jail time, hefty fines, community service, probation, court ordered counseling and restitution. Additionally, any person that is convicted of a sex crime may have to permanently list his/her name on the state’s sex offender registry, which is viewable by the public. Criminal charges and sentencing for most sex crimes can be enhanced if the person has a prior criminal record, has a prior sex crime conviction, or if the victim was a minor.

Additional consequences of a sex crime conviction can come from personal isolation by family, friends, neighbors, and society as a whole.

Take Action Now

If you, or someone you know, have been charged with a sex crime in Minnesota, you need to retain the services of a qualified, passionate and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney who will be your voice in the criminal justice system and who has a successful track record when it comes to fighting sex crime charges in the state of Minnesota. When you face such life-changing consequences, you cannot risk being without trustworthy, aggressive legal representation.

At the Law Offices of William K. Bulmer II, we are fully prepared to handle your sex crime case. We can provide you with the guidance and legal counsel you need to fight your charges. Call our Law Offices today for a FREE consultation at 612-384-7003.