San Diego Sexual Abuse Arrest Lawyer
In California, a child as young as 14 can be charged as an adult if he or she commits a serious crime such as rape or child molestation. A true finding for any sexual offense can mean an outpatient or year-long residential sex offender treatment program. If you or your child has been charged with a sex crime, you need an experienced attorney today.
I am attorney Richard F. Arroyo, a San Diego sex offense lawyer who defends adults and juveniles. For 30 years, I have defended people in California against sex crime charges. I understand the juvenile courts and the criminal justice system. To make an appointment, please contact my office at 619-370-9074 today.
Statutory Rape and Other Offenses
Under California law, people under the age of 18 cannot legally consent to have sex. This means that juveniles may be charged with a sexual offense, even when the sex was consensual. Sex with a girl under age 14 or a boy under age 16 is considered statutory rape, even if each party consents. Being convicted of statutory rape can have lifelong consequences.
Charges of sexual abuse often involve drugs and alcohol. If the victim was intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, harsher penalties and more serious charges are often involved.
I can defend you against charges of:
- Rape
- Sexual assault
- Harassment
- Possession of child pornography
- Solicitation of a minor
- Child molestation
- Use of force
- Use of foreign objects
Internet-Related Sex Offenses
Another sex crime charge common to individuals in today's society is possession and distribution of pornography or child pornography. This often happens when a juvenile takes sexual photos or videos using a cell phone and shares them with others. I am able to construct a thorough possession of child pornography defense for both juveniles and adults.
For a free consultation about sexual abuse and sex crimes defense, please call me, a Chula Vista sex crimes defense attorney, at 619-370-9074 or contact my office online.
