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Tampa Statutory Rape Attorney
Statutory Rape is considered the unlawful act of engaging in sexual activity with a person under the legal age of consent, typically under 18 but older than 14. Any person charged with statutory rape may face additional criminal charges for other offenses as well, including rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse, and/or lewd conduct.
Unlike typical rape charges, a person can and will be charged with statutory rape even if the victim gave his/her consent to engage in the sexual act. This is because the law does not consider individuals below the age of 18 capable of making decisions of that magnitude.
If you have been accused of statutory rape, you must contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. Even the mere accusation of committing statutory rape can ruin your life. Individuals convicted of statutory rape face severe legal penalties, including prison, steep fines, community service, court-ordered counseling, and possible lifetime registration as a sex offender. Furthermore, you may be ostracized by your community, and face a sudden job loss, damaged reputation, and limited future opportunities.
Contact our Tampa Statutory Rape Attorneys
If you have been charged with statutory rape, you need to hire an attorney immediately. Even if the victim consented to engage in sexual activity, his/her parents can still press charges against you. At Thomas & Paulk, we have successfully defended many clients accused of statutory rape throughout Tampa. We are well-versed in Florida sex crime law, and utilize highly effective strategies to beat your statutory rape charges. We are dedicated to protecting your rights, discovering the truth surrounding your case, and persuading judges and juries of your innocence. At Thomas & Paulk, we are dedicated to serving our clients’ best interest, and making sure they receive the legal justice they deserve.
If you are in need of a dedicated and compassionate Tampa statutory rape attorney, contact Thomas & Paulk today for your free consultation at (800) 239-3195!
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The reputable Tampa Bay sex crimes lawyers at Thomas & Paulk, P.A. handle cases for clients throughout Hillsborough County, including Tampa, Brandon, Plant City, Temple Terrace, Riverview, Ruskin, Apollo Beach, Sun City, Land O Lakes, Antioch, Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs, Bloomingdale, Boyette, Carollwood, Clearwater, Dover, Egypt Lake, Gibsonston, Gulf City, Gulfport, Hopewell, Indian Rocks Beach, Indian Shores Beach, Kenneth City, Largo, Lillibridgerafforida, Lithia, Lutz, Madeira Beach, Mango, Marvina, New Tampa, North Redington, Oldsmar, Orient Park, Palm River, Pasadena, Pinellas Park, Redington Beach, Redington Shores, Seminole, St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Tampa Palms, Thonotosassa, Tierra Verde, Trapnell, Unincorporated Hillsborough County, Unincorporated Pinellas County, Welcome, and Wimauma. |
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