Noblesville Sex Crime Lawyer
Sex crimes are some of the most heavily prosecuted and sentenced crimes in Indiana. If you are facing accusations of sex crimes, contact the board-certified attorneys at The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC. We have represented thousands of people facing serious criminal charges. Time is of the essence as the prosecution is building its case against you. Call our sex crime attorney in Noblesville today for a free and confidential consultation where we can discuss how we can help.
Sex Crime Charges Our Law Firm Handles
Our dedicated legal team of Noblesville criminal defense attorneys can help with any sex crime you are facing, including:
Rape
Rape in Indiana occurs when sexual intercourse is forced or completed by threat of force. It is nonconsensual due to physical force, threats, coercion, or the alleged victim’s incapacity.
Sexual Battery
Indiana Code § 35-42-4-8 defines sexual battery as touching another person to satisfy their or someone else’s sexual desires by using force or the imminent threat of force, subjecting someone who is mentally disabled or deficient to consent to the touching, or committing the touching when the alleged victim is unaware the touching is occurring.
Internet Sex Crimes
Internet sex crimes can refer to various offenses under state or federal law, including possession or distribution of child pornography, revenge porn, or soliciting a minor for sexual purposes online.
Child Molestation
IN Code § 35-42-4-3 defines the crime of child molestation as knowingly or intentionally performing or submitting to sexual intercourse or other sexual conduct with a child 13 or younger. The potential penalties for this offense depend on the age of the defendant, the use of force, the presence of a weapon, whether the act resulted in serious bodily injury, and other aggravating factors surrounding the situation.
Child Pornography
Child pornography under IN Code § 35-42-4-4 involves any demonstration of a sexual act involving a minor under the age of 18, including making, sending, possessing, producing, selling, exhibiting, or otherwise disseminating these images, videos, or other representations.
Sexting
Sexting is a crime when it involves a minor – even when the minor is the one who sent the sexually explicit photo or video.
Consequences of a Sex Crime Conviction
The potential consequences of a conviction of a sex crime in Indiana largely depend on how the crime is classified. The maximum period of incarceration for each offense is described below.
- Level 1 felony – 40 years
- Level 2 felony – 30 years
- Level 3 felony – 16 years
- Level 4 felony – 12 years
- Level 5 felony – 6 years
- Level 6 felony – 30 months
You can also face a fine of up to $10,000 for each offense you are charged with and be required to register as a sex offender.
Contact Our Sex Crime Lawyer in Noblesville for a Confidential and Complimentary Consultation
If you are facing allegations of any sex crime in Indiana, the board-certified attorneys at The Criminal Defense Team are available to discuss your legal rights and options during a free case review. Call (317) 687-8326 to learn more.