The mere accusation of a sex crime can cause life-altering consequences, including immediate job termination and the threat of losing one’s freedom. If you are facing such accusations, you need an experienced Arvada criminal defense lawyer who knows how to respond properly and in a timely fashion to these accusations. At The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, we understand the seriousness of these charges and can approach them with the sensitivity they deserve. Contact us today for a confidential case consultation.
Why Choose Us at The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic
The choice you make in your criminal defense lawyer is a significant one that can potentially impact your life for many years to come. Not all lawyers are equally equipped to handle the complexity and often biased nature of sex crimes.
Elaine E. Lukic is an experienced criminal defense lawyer who previously worked as a sex crime prosecutor. According to the Equal Justice Foundation, she has the highest acquittal/dismissal rate in the state of Colorado.
When your future is at stake, don’t leave it up to chance. Choose a lawyer who has an established track record of defending clients’ rights in and out of the courtroom.
What Qualifies as a Sex Crime in Colorado?
Sex crimes in Colorado comprise various types of crimes involving sexual impropriety due to nonconsensual interactions or relationships between people with different degrees of power. They include indecent exposure and minor misdemeanor crimes, all the way up to sexual assault and felonies with indeterminate criminal sentences.
Some of the most common sex crimes charged in Colorado include the following:
- Sexual assault
- Sexual assault on a child by someone in a position of trust
- Sexual exploitation of a child
- Unlawful sexual contact
- Internet luring
- Child pornography
- Indecent exposure
- Failure to register as a sex offender
Penalties and Consequences of Sex Crimes
Sex crimes in Colorado carry significant penalties and collateral consequences. Many of these crimes can result in lengthy prison sentences and mandatory sex offender registration. Defendants can also face hefty fines and long probation or parole terms. Many people convicted of a Colorado sex crime are denied parole time and time again. For those who do receive parole, it may be a lifelong program.
What’s worse, Colorado law allows judges to impose sentences with no clearly defined end. For example, a penalty someone could receive is two years to life. While this defendant could conceivably be released after two years, they could also stay behind bars for many years to come.
Additionally, a conviction can result in the requirement for the defendant to register as a sex offender. This can make it difficult to find employment or housing. Neighbors may begin harassing those on a public sex offender registration list. Failing to register or properly update information can result in separate criminal charges and additional penalties.
Defending Against False Sex Crime Accusations
Colorado prosecutors take sex crimes very seriously, and prosecutors’ offices often provide ample resources to relentlessly pursue these cases. You need a lawyer who can anticipate the prosecution’s arguments and dismantle them piece by piece. Our experienced legal team has handled complex sex crime cases. We can mount an aggressive defense on your behalf backed by a thorough and independent investigation, compelling legal arguments, and legal strategies designed around the specific circumstances involved in your case.
Call an Arvada Sex Crimes Attorney Today
For help with your case, contact The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic today.