Sex Offenses

The recent exoneration of a man who was convicted on sexual assault charges may cause many readers to question whether alleged sex offenders are given a fair day in court. In the case, the prosecution’s evidence seemed shockingly light. The victim alleged that the man...

In a recent post, we discussed some of the issues concerning Florida’s Sexually Violent Predator program. While not every sex crime would fall under the umbrella of that program, many citizens might not appreciate the distinction. Consequently, some of the more...

With prison overcrowding affecting municipalities across the nation, some readers may question whether the criminal justice system needs an overhaul. A recent profile of the Los Angeles County prison system provides context for an issue facing other counties,...

Florida readers might be surprised to learn that only two sex crimes carry mandatory minimum sentences under state law. Both involve a sexual assault against a child less than 12 years of age. Although potential charges for other sex offenses may also involve long...

In a rare move, prosecutors have offered a plea deal to a criminal defendant in a sex crime case that will allow the individual to avoid both jail time and registration on the sex offender database.Admittedly, the case is unique in many ways. The sex crime at issue is...

A federal judge recently determined that a particular state’s online sex trafficking law was preempted by federal law and possibly unconstitutional.The state law in question established penalties for the knowing publication or dissemination of any commercial sex...

For any readers that might doubt the public’s willingness to turn over information about registered sex offenders, a recent story should resolve any doubts.According to Florida authorities, a sex offender had failed to register with his local county. The local...

Officials from the Federal Bureau of Investigation recently concluded another round in a nationwide effort against child prostitution. Begun in 2003, the coordinated effort is called Operation Cross Country. The most recent crackdown, which occurred over a 72-hour...

As readers of this Florida sex crimes blog might agree, allegations involving a victim of a purported sex offense seem to be regarded as perennially newsworthy by most media publication. Never mind that an allegation is an unproven claim against an individual presumed...

According to a study, sex offenders who participate in group theory might have a better chance of staying clean. Yet convicted offenders serving prison time might not be receiving the treatment they need, based on a change in Florida law. State law now requires...