The state of Washington has tough laws when it comes to sexually-based crimes. When you’re accused, even if you’re innocent, you may be looking down the barrel of a lifetime in jail or as a registered sex offender.
The only way to defend yourself against these penalties is with qualified defense counsel.
That’s why our Port Orchard defense attorneys at Warrior Woman Law go to bat for each and everyone one of our clients. We’ll stand with you every step of the way during your case.
The state of Washington has tough laws when it comes to sexually-based crimes. When you’re accused, even if you’re innocent, you may be looking down the barrel of a lifetime in jail or as a registered sex offender.
The only way to defend yourself against these penalties is with qualified defense counsel.
That’s why our Port Orchard defense attorneys at Warrior Woman Law go to bat for each and everyone one of our clients. We’ll stand with you every step of the way during your case.
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Here are some of the most common examples:
Consent is the central issue that distinguishes a sex crime from a sex act. This applies to sexual intercourse or contact without the consent of the victim, or that occurs when the victim is so impaired as to lack the capacity to give consent.
The age of the victim also plays a part. In Washington the age of consent is 16, meaning that at this age and under, lack of consent is presumed. In some cases, the age of consent can range from 12-16, depending on the age of the defendant.
Courts also consider the relationship between the defendant and the victim. This applies to guardians, employees of correctional institutions, health care providers, and other situations in which there is an uneven power dynamic between the defendant and the victim.
Everyday people get accused of sexually-based crimes. The resulting charges create a lasting stigma, in addition to other serious penalties.
In most cases, sex crimes in Washington come with criminal charges. This means that being convicted of the crime may result in years or even life in prison, crippling fines, extended probation, having to register as a sex offender or predator, and other consequences.
Sex offender registration is a unique and life-altering consequence of sex crime sentencing. Depending on the severity of the charges, you may face many years or even a lifetime registered as a sexual predator.
Registered sex offenders may be prohibited from living and working in certain areas and must report their residence location to the state. It is a severe hindrance to your future, and violating the terms of the registration, even unintentionally, can result in extra criminal charges, violation of probation, and/or prison/return to prison.
In Washington, sex offender registration is required for juvenile defendants, as well.
You do not have to face these charges alone. With the help of a dedicated and aggressive Washington criminal defense lawyer, you can fight the court system and win back your life.
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