Teenagers can make some bad and dangerous decisions, no matter how much parents try to steer them in the right direction. Young people want to be treated like adults but they can still be impulsive and immature. They may also lack the capability to appreciate the...
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Prostitution stings: What law enforcement agents are looking for
State and federal law enforcement agencies are aggressive in their pursuit to track down and "bust up" alleged prostitution rings. Sometimes we read about these stings in the news or see them played back on TV shows that document police activity; but while these...
Charges can pile up when you are accused of sex crimes
If you are accused of sexual misconduct, especially when it involves minors, the fact is that you could be in some very serious trouble. In many cases, you will be looking at several charges, each with its own potential for severe consequences.For example, a person...
Civil commitment: Another measure of control for sex offenders
We have discussed the many ways a person's life can be affected after being convicted of a sexually-related crime. Any criminal conviction can be devastating and significantly upset a person's family, career and future, but conviction of a sex offense can result in...
Sex offenders in Florida: What you need to know about Halloween
Many people look forward to Halloween as a time to carve pumpkins, dress up in a costume or hand out candy to trick-or-treaters. But for people who have been convicted of a sex offense, Halloween can be just another reminder that they made a mistake and are still...
Florida man facing federal charges after undercover investigation
While criminal charges of any kind can be devastating, few are as potentially ruinous as those involving child pornography allegations. Charges of making, having or distributing these materials can destroy a person's family, reputation and career, and a conviction can...
How often do sex offenders have to re-register in Florida?
Of all the consequences that are associated with a criminal conviction, being required to register as a sex offender is one of the most devastating. Prison sentences can be bad enough to seriously damage a person's future, career or family, but people who are also...
When teens face criminal sexual charges, legal help is crucial
Being charged with a criminal offense at any age can be devastating. But when young adults or teens are in this situation, they could be facing a lifetime of consequences for a youthful mistake.Young people are far from perfect. They act without thinking, or they may...
Defending against allegations of a sex crime
Sexual abuse or assault charges can be among the most divisive in the criminal justice system. The public will often pass judgment long before a court does, and if someone is ultimately convicted of a sex crime, he or she will often face extremely harsh penalties.But...
What is entrapment?
One of the most ruinous experiences a person can be faced with is being charged with a sex crime. Whether the charges involve minors, solicitation or assault, any accusation that includes sexual misconduct can prove to be devastating.However, being charged with an...