Miami Federal Sex Crimes Attorney

Sex crimes are common. They are often charged at the state level, but sometimes they can be charged at the federal level. This means it is up to the prosecutors at both levels to determine in which court you will be prosecuted.

A federal crime is one that violates U.S. federal legislation. Although most prosecutions are done at the state level, the federal government may exercise its jurisdiction over criminal matters when:

• The state lacks jurisdiction.
• The crime crossed state lines.
• The crime is committed through the mail or via the internet.
• The offense occurred on federal property.
• The offense is severe and must be punished harshly.
• The crime involved other offenses, such as money laundering or tax fraud.

Sex crimes are punished severely, especially when children are involved. Don’t fight these charges on your own. Seek legal help right away from a Miami federal sex crimes attorney from Asilia Law Firm. 

Types of Federal Sex Crimes 

Examples of federal sex crimes include:

• Sex trafficking. This involves the recruitment, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for the purpose of a commercial sex act through force, fraud, or coercion.
• Child pornography. This involves the production, distribution, possession, or receipt of child pornography, which is any visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a minor.
• Sexual exploitation of children. This includes various offenses such as the production of child pornography, child prostitution, and the coercion of minors into engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
• Sexual abuse or assault. This may include sexual assault or abuse of individuals within federal jurisdiction, such as within federal facilities or on federal property.
• Interstate transportation for illegal sexual activity. This involves transporting individuals across state lines or internationally for the purpose of engaging in illegal sexual activities.
• Aggravated sexual abuse. This includes acts of sexual abuse that involve aggravating factors such as the use of force, threats, or the abuse of authority.

Penalties for Federal Sex Crimes

Federal sex crimes come with strict penalties, including the following:

• Extensive prison sentences ranging from many years to decades.
• Hefty fines
• A criminal record
• Restitution to the victim
• National sex offender registration
• Loss of voting rights
• Loss of your rights to own, carry, or possess a firearm
• Increased difficulty in securing housing, scholarship, education, and employment opportunities
• Increased difficulty in getting government assistance or public benefits
• Possible deportation for non-U.S. citizens
• Increased difficulty in traveling overseas

Contact Asilia Law Firm Today

Any offense prosecuted in federal court is not one to be taken lightly. If you are facing federal sex crime charges, you may have questions and concerns about the case, your defenses, and your future.

Strong defenses include consent and false statements from victims. At Asilia Law Firm, we will work to use the best defenses possible for your situation to prove your innocence. Contact a Miami federal sex crimes attorney today by calling (786) 420-3014 or filling out the online form.