Experienced Sex Crimes Defense Attorneys Protecting Your Future
Being accused of a sex crime is one of the most serious legal challenges a person can face. Even without a conviction, the stigma alone can permanently damage your reputation, career, and relationships. A conviction can potentially result in years behind bars, mandatory sex offender registration, and lifelong restrictions on where you can live and work.
At The Maine Criminal Defense Group, our experienced sex crime lawyers and criminal defense attorneys provide aggressive, confidential representation for clients accused of offenses such as gross sexual assault, unlawful sexual contact, possession of child pornography, and other serious charges. We understand what’s at stake, and we’re here to protect your rights, your freedom, and your future.
If you’ve been charged, arrested, or are under investigation for a sex-related offense, contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation with a trusted Maine criminal defense lawyer near you.
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What Happens After You’re Charged With a Sex Crime in Maine
Types of Sex Crimes We Handle
A skilled sex crimes defense attorney will be able to defend your reputation against such charges. Some of the most common types of sexual offenses include:
Gross Sexual Assault
The act of forcing an unwanted sexual act upon another through coercion, physical force, and/or verbal threats
Rape
The act of forcing sexual intercourse upon another without their consent and/or despite objection, through coercion or physical force
Statutory Rape
The act of forcing sexual intercourse on a person who is not of age, or of engaging in any sexual acts with a person who is not of age, even with their consent
Child Molestation
Any sexual acts performed with a child or the act of exposing oneself inappropriately with the intention of sexual contact
Possession & Distribution of Child Pornography
Child pornography includes any images and / or videos involving a child that depicts sexually explicit acts
Indecent Exposure
The act of purposefully exposing parts of the body, including genital areas, the buttocks, and/or female breasts, in public or under inappropriate circumstances
Unlawful Sexual Contact or Touching
“Unlawful Sexual Contact or Touching” is defined as any non-consensual interaction involving the intimate parts of another person, including situations where the victim is unable to consent due to age or mental incapacity, and can result in severe legal penalties.
While these are some of the most prevalent sex crimes we handle, this list isn’t exhaustive. Penalties vary from steep fines, heavy jail time & registering on the national sex offender registration. If facing any sex crime charge, seek an aggressive sex crime defense attorney.
Are Sex Crime Misdemeanors or Felonies in Maine?
If convicted of these sexual offenses, serious penalties are likely to ensue. Depending on the type of sex crime, penalties may vary, but one may expect to face jail time and required registration in a sex offender database.
What Are the Penalties for Sex Crime Convictions in Maine?
Penalties for sex crime convictions in Maine depend on the specific offense, the alleged victim’s age, and aggravating factors such as force, threats, incapacitation, or a position of trust. Sentences range from a Class E misdemeanor, carrying up to 6 months in jail, to a Class A felony for gross sexual assault, which can carry up to 30 years in prison and fines up to $50,000.
What Factors Affect Sex Crime Sentencing in Maine?
Several factors can elevate a sex crime charge or its penalties, including:
- Whether drugs or alcohol were used to impair the alleged victim’s ability to object
- Whether verbal or physical threats were used to compel the act
- Whether the alleged victim was unconscious or otherwise unable to resist
- Whether the alleged victim had not reached Maine’s age of consent
How Long Does Sex Offender Registration Last in Maine?
Sex offender registration in Maine is divided into three tiers:
- Tier I registrants must register for 10 years,
- Tier II registrants for 25 years, and
- Tier III registrants for life.
Registration carries ongoing obligations, including in-person verification, and can affect housing, employment, and personal relationships well beyond any prison sentence.
For less severe offenses, such as indecent exposure, a conviction may instead result in community service, probation, or mandatory counseling rather than registration or incarceration.
Because penalties for a sex crime conviction in Maine vary so dramatically based on the specific facts, securing an experienced, tenacious criminal defense attorney at The Maine Criminal Defense Group is critical to protecting your rights and your freedom.
Should I Represent Myself for a Sex Offense in Maine?
Contact Our Maine Sex Crimes Attorneys For Help Today
The best way to make sure you get good results in your sex crime case is to hire a Maine sex crime defense lawyer to represent you. Again, sentencing and the resulting penalties will be strictly dependent on the type of crime that occurred and the circumstantial factors of the incident.
Contact us to speak with a highly experienced & skilled sex crime defense attorney who can help you fight your sex crime charges. We serve clients in need of help all across southern, Maine. Call us at (207) 571-8146 or contact us directly online. We look forward to helping you get your life back.
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