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Prosecutors aggressively prosecute and seek maximum punishments in sex crime cases. A conviction of a sex crime can result in incarceration, sex offender registration, and a tarnished reputation. If you are facing serious charges of this magnitude, you need a dedicated legal defense. At The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC, we focus exclusively on serious criminal cases and work tirelessly to protect our clients’ freedom. Contact our criminal defense attorneys in Westfield today for a free and confidential consultation. 

What Is a Sex Crime in Indiana?

A sex crime is illegal sexual activity committed against another person, typically involving a lack of actual consent or the ability to provide consent. 

Commonly Prosecuted Sexual Offense in Indiana 

Some of the most commonly prosecuted sexual offenses in Indiana include:

  • Rape – Rape is sexual intercourse with another person by force, threat of force, coercion, or when the alleged victim is unable to provide consent due to incapacitation or a mental disability. 
  • Sexual misconduct with a minor – Sexual misconduct occurs when a person 18 or older knowingly or intentionally performs or submits to sexual intercourse or other sexual misconduct with a child 15 or younger.
  • Sexual battery – Sexual battery involves touching another person with the intent to arouse or satisfy them or you by force, imminent threat of force when the person is unaware the touching is occurring, or when the alleged victim is unable to consent due to a mental disability. 
  • Possession of child pornography – Child pornography can include images, videos, performances, or other depictions of people under the age of 18 engaged in sexual conduct. 
  • Child molestation – Child molestation is knowingly or intentionally performing or submitting to sexual intercourse or other sexual conduct with a child 13 or younger. 

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Possible Defenses to Sex Crime Offenses

Because the potential penalties for a sex crime conviction are so strict – often resulting in years behind bars and registration as a sex offender – it’s critical that you work with an attorney who is experienced at lodging defenses based on:

  • Consent – If the alleged crime required non-consent as an element, your attorney may be able to argue the sexual encounter was consensual. 
  • False allegations – Unfortunately, some people lie about being sexually assaulted because they feel regret about a consensual activity or because they are using the incident to gain leverage. 
  • Illegal search and seizure – If police failed to secure a warrant or otherwise obtained evidence against you illegally, your defense attorney may file a motion to suppress this evidence. 
  • Mistaken identity – A victim could have identified you as the perpetrator when someone else committed the crime. 
  • Lack of evidence – The prosecution must prove each element of the crime by proof beyond a reasonable doubt. We can strenuously argue it has failed to meet this burden when the evidence does not conclusively prove your guilt. 

An experienced criminal defense lawyer can carefully review the details of your case and determine which defenses are most appropriate. 

Call The Criminal Defense Team Today to Protect Your Freedom and Reputation

When facing serious criminal charges, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side. The Board-Certified Criminal Trial Specialists at The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC are here to support you through every aspect of your claim. Call (317) 687-8326 for a free review of your case.