Sex Crimes Attorney in Corvallis
Understanding Oregon’s Measure 11 Sex Crime Laws
Sex crimes are crimes involving some contact or attempted contact with sexually intimate parts. The statutes require the contact to be for the purposes of sexual gratification. The range of potential charges run the entire gamut of the criminal justice system, from misdemeanors to Measure 11s, and on to what we call Aggravated Measure 11 charges.
What are the Penalties for Sex Crimes in Oregon?
Penalties for any particular charge depends on a number of factors, including:
- The alleged victim’s age
- The type of contact
- The level of contact (aggression)
Depending on the specific charges, potential sentences upon conviction range from probation to 25 years in prison.
Convictions for any of these crimes carry not only the primary consequence in the sentence imposed but also collateral consequences that can and will limit one’s mobility and livability.
Seeking the advice of criminal law counsel at the earliest stage possible is the best path to ensuring your rights are protected to the fullest. Keep in mind that anyone can cooperate even while his or her attorney is present during any and all interviews.
Legal Representation for Juvenile Sex Offenses in Oregon
Sex crimes are not limited to adults. Youths can also be charged with sex crimes and, upon adjudication, can experience the same collateral consequences as adults. It is important for anyone who has been charged with or is being investigated for a sex crime to seek the advice of a Corvallis sex crime attorney before making any statements to anybody, including friends and family.
Contact Our Corvallis Sex Crime Lawyer Today
Our attorneys have over 20 years of experience in preparing and trying cases to juries. That experience includes preparing and trying major and minor sex crimes. They also have the experience to help you navigate through this process from the investigation/pre-charge stage through trial.
Call us today at (541) 243-0678. Our sex crime defense lawyers in Corvallis are willing and able to help you through this difficult time.