Sex offenses are among the most serious offenses in California. The sentencing laws regarding sex offenses can be extremely severe. Several sex offenses are also “strikes” under California’s three strikes law. Most all California sex offenses carry an obligation to register as a convicted sex offender and in some cases for life.

Sex offenses in California include all forms of illegal sexual activity from lesser crimes such as prostitution to more serious crimes such as child molestation, rape, oral copulation, sexual penetration and sodomy. Other sex offenses include indecent exposure, sexual battery, and child pornography (possession or distribution). Engaging in sexual intercourse (with or without consent) with an individual between the ages of 14 and 18 is defined as unlawful sexual intercourse and is often referred to as statutory rape. Most, but not all, sex offenses are charged as felonies in California.

The penalties for a California sex offense can be serious and life changing; the sooner you contact counsel, the better.

Dan Koukol is an extremely experienced criminal defense attorney with extensive experience handling these cases.  Call him today to schedule a confidential, free consultation.