The term "Sex Crimes" refers to a variety sexually motivated offenses prosecuted under state or federal law.
Examples include prostitution, solicitation, rape, statutory rape, sexual assault or battery, child molestation, enticing a child, or child pornography.
Punishments for some sex crimes in Westchester County, New York can include lengthy incarceration or sex offender probation, and requirements to register as a sexual offender.
After an allegation of a sexually motivated crime, contact a criminal defense attorney experienced in defending "sex crimes" in Westchester County, New York to discuss representation, attorney fees, and possible defenses.
Founded in 1958, NACDL is the largest organization for criminal defense lawyers fighting to preserve fairness within America's criminal justice system. The organization has more than 10,000 direct members including criminal defense attorneys in private practice, public defenders in state or federal court, U.S. military defense counsel, law professors and judges.
NYSACDL is dedicated to creating a strong, well-trained defense bar to protect the rights of the accused while providing support and education to criminal defense lawyers.
Lawyer Referral Service in Westchester County, NY - The Westchester County Bar Association (WCBA) has sponsored a Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) for the past 40 years. Each year, the LRS refers thousands of individuals to local attorneys throughout White Plains, NY, and the surrounding areas of Westchester County. Attorneys that participate in the Lawyer Referral Service agree to provide a 30 minute consultation in exchange for a $40 consultation fee. During the consultation the attorney and client discuss the legal problem, possible solutions and the attorney fees needed for additional representation.