Los Angeles Sex Crimes Defense Attorney

Child Molestation

 A child molestation accusation is not something that is easily lived down. A child molestation conviction could completely ruin a person’s life. In California, not only does it carry a prison sentence and fines, it carries a mandatory registration as a sex offender. Sex offender registration alone may ruin a person’s reputation – and destroy his personal and professional relationships, livelihood and future.

Child molestation is described as any activity done to or with a minor (a person who is under the age of 18) by an adult, for the sexual arousal or gratification of the adult. Crimes that fall under the category of child molestation include:

• Sexual abuse of a child
• Child pornography
• Internet solicitation of a child
• Exposing oneself to a child
• Exposing a child to sexual acts, whether or not the child is directly involved

Due to the nature of sex crimes involving children and minors, child molestation cases get a lot of attention and pressure from the public and press, urging the prosecution and legal system to be unrelenting in achieving convictions and deciding sentences. At the Law Offices of Barry O. Bernstein, we understand the delicate nature of child molestation cases and will take proper action to protect your rights and freedom.

Contact us about your legal matter today!