Chicago Sexual Abuse Lawyer

Here are some common types of sexual abuse charges in Illinois:

• Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault: This is the most severe charge and often involves a victim under 13 years old, the use of force or threat of force, or the victim being physically disabled.
• Criminal Sexual Assault: This charge applies to sexual assaults where the victim is over 13 but under 18 years old and the offender is at least five years older.
• Sexual Abuse: This charge is typically for sexual acts involving individuals who are 18 or older and have not consented.
• Sexual Exploitation of a Child: This charge involves the use of a child to produce child pornography or to engage in sexually explicit conduct for the purpose of producing a visual record.
• Domestic Battery with Sexual Assault: This charge occurs when a sexual assault is committed against a household member or someone with whom the offender has a romantic relationship.

Chicago Penalties for Sexual Abuse Charges

The penalties for sexual abuse charges in Chicago are severe. The specific penalties depend on the severity of the offense, but they can include:

• Prison time: The length of prison time can vary from a few years to life imprisonment.
• Fines: Fines can be very high, reaching up to $25,000 or more.
• Registration as a sex offender: Convicted sex offenders must register with the state, which can have serious consequences for their future.
• Restitution: The offender may be required to pay restitution to the victim.
• Legal record impact: Extremely negative impact on your legal record, which can make it next to impossible to find and maintain employment and can severely limit your housing options
• Complete probation: This involves regular check-ins with a probation officer, following specific rules and conditions, and potentially participating in counseling or therapy.
• Perform community service: This involves volunteering a certain number of hours to benefit the community.

A sex crime accusation alone can create extreme social repercussions as well as endanger your relationships and professional career. You will need strong and aggressive legal representation to help you clear your name after being charged with sexual abuse.

The Importance of Expert Representation in Sexual Abuse Cases

The Toney Law Firm, LLC is extremely well versed and highly experienced in cases that pertain to criminal defense laws and procedures. Sexual abuse, in many instances, involves minor children, which is vigorously prosecuted in court, making your defensive strategy incredibly important. Your attorney from the firm will scrupulously examine every angle of the evidence and information surrounding your charges and proceed in a way that works best for you.

It is important that you do not speak with anyone but your attorney about your criminal investigation or allegations. As the Miranda Rights state, "anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law". This holds especially true in complex cases of sexual abuse or any type of sexual criminal charges.

For aggressive and relentless representation and the highest level of advocacy of your rights and best interests, you can depend on our sexual abuse defense attorneys from the firm to fight for your future freedom, livelihood and reputation in your criminal legal matter.

Protect your future. Schedule a free consultation with our Chicago sexual abuse defense attorneys today by calling (888) 473-4058 or filling out our contact form.