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Sex and Rape Crimes in North Carolina
There is no doubt that sex crimes are one of the most socially unacceptable crimes a person can commit, and the repercussions are often severe. Being charged with a sex crime carries a huge social stigma, and can ruin your personal and professional reputation.
Common sex crimes and their penalties include but are limited to:
First-Degree Forcible Rape
First-degree forcible rape is defined as:
- Engaging in vaginal intercourse with another person by force and against the will of the other person, while threatening to use or displaying a dangerous or deadly weapon, or an article which the other person reasonably believes to be a dangerous or deadly weapon; or
- Inflicting serious personal injury upon the victim or another person; or
- Commits the offense aided and abetted by one or more other persons.
The punishment for First Degree Forcible Rape is based on prior criminal history and can range from 144 months in prison, up to life without parole.
Second-Degree Forcible Rape
Second-degree forcible rape is defined as:
Engaging in vaginal intercourse with another person either:
- By force and against the will of the other person; or
- Who is mentally disabled, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless, and the person performing the act knows or should reasonably know the other person is mentally disabled, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless.
Punishment for second-degree forcible rape is based on prior criminal history and can range from 44 months to 182 months in prison.
Statutory Rape of a Child by an Adult in North Carolina
Statutory rape of a child by an adult is defined as:
A person of at least 18 years of age engaging in vaginal intercourse with a victim who is a child under the age of 13 years.
Punishment for the statutory rape of a child by an adult is determined by the defendants prior criminal history. Penalties range from 300 months in prison to life in prison without parole. If convicted, the person will be enrolled in a satellite-based monitoring for the rest of their life.
Sexual Battery in North Carolina
Sexual Battery is defined as a person, for the purpose of sexual arousal, sexual gratification, or sexual abuse, engaging in sexual contact with another person:
- By force and against the will of the other person; or
- Who is mentally disabled, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless, and the person performing the act knows or should reasonably know that the other person is mentally disabled, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless. The punishment for Sexual Battery depends on the prior criminal history of the defendant and can range from 1 day to 150 days in prison and/or a fine.
Prostitution in North Carolina
Prostitution is defined as engaging in sexual activity for money or payment. The punishment for prostitution in North Carolina depends on the nature of the act and the defendants prior criminal history. Punishment can include jail time, a fine, community service, probation, and sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing.
Solicitation of Prostitution
The solicitation of prostitution is defined as an individual seeking and/or engaging in sexual services for hire. The punishment for solicitation of prostitution in North Carolina depends on whether it is a first or subsequent offense, and can include participation in sexual education programs devised for the prevention of sexual exploitation.
Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
First-degree sexual exploitation of a minor in North Carolina is defined as involvement in the production of child pornography. The punishment for first-degree sexual exploitation of a minor is a minimum of 73 months in prison for each count.
Second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor is defined as distributing or copying pornographic images of children. The punishment for second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor is a minimum of 25 months in prison.
Third-degree sexual exploitation of a minor is defined as the possession of explicit sexual material depicting children. The punishment for third-degree sexual exploitation of a minor is a minimum of four months in prison.
If you’ve been charged with a sex crime in North Carolina, you must seek the advice of an experienced Charlotte sex crime attorney, who can develop a strategic legal defense that will help secure you a favorable outcome.
Building a Sexual Criminal Defense in North Carolina
To establish a defense in a sex crimes case, it is crucial that your attorney highlights a lack of credibility in the prosecution’s evidence and witnesses.
Possible defenses against a sex crime in North Carolina include, but are not limited to:
Proven Beyond Reasonable Doubt
The prosecution has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt every element of a sex crime case. For example, if the prosecution cannot prove a specific element of an offense, such as identification or sexual gratification, an attorney can defend against the prosecution accusations.
Discrediting the Complainant’s Statement
Investigating the background of the accuser’s and the circumstances the allegations were made under, can identify the motivation for the accusation. Reasons such as embarrassment and revenge are often motivating factors for false accusations.
Expert Witnesses
Expert witnesses, such as doctors, DNA specialists, and forensic psychologists, can be called upon to testify about facts that may be beyond the knowledge of jurors to help and exonerate the defendant.
Why Is It Important To Hire A Charlotte Sex Crime Lawyer?
Sex crimes are extremely serious in nature, and the penalties are often severe. Being placed on the sex offender registry can be a devastating collateral consequence of being convicted of a sex crime which can have far-reaching consequences to your life.
The North Carolina sex offender registry is a public index which is accessible online and shows the names and addresses of people who have been convicted of certain sex crimes. If you are placed on the sex offender registry, you will not be allowed to live within 1,000 feet of a school or a childcare facility or visit any location where minors frequently congregate, such as libraries and amusement parks.
If you are facing a sex crime charge in North Carolina, it’s crucial that you hire a Charlotte sex crime defense attorney who understands the intricacies of the legal process. The experienced attorneys of the Snow Legal Group are skilled criminal defense lawyers who have represented hundreds of clients throughout North Carolina. We understand that facing a sex crime charge can tear your life apart — but we can help you to piece it back together with a solid defense strategy.
If you’ve been arrested, or are currently being investigated for a sex crime, every minute counts. Click here now to speak to an experienced Charlotte criminal defense attorney now.
Why Choose The Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers at Snow Legal?
Snow Legal Group are Charlotte criminal defense attorneys with a proven track record of success. We have dedicated North Carolina criminal defense attorneys who will fight tirelessly on your behalf against any charges you’re facing.
Not all Charlotte criminal defense law firms are created equally. If you’re facing a sex crime charge in Mecklenburg County, speak to one of our Charlotte sex crime defense attorneys today to ensure that an experienced criminal defense attorney is defending your freedom.
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