Orlando Defense Attorney Handling Criminal Cases Involving Sex with a Minor

It's understandable that the state takes cases of sexual abuse of a minor very seriously. That is especially true in Florida where we have much more severe punishments for any "sexual" conduct that involves a child under age 12.

In cases involving sex with a minor, criminal charges are not always as clear-cut as the police lead the public to believe. There are times when an activity is judged to be a sexual activity but it is not. And, unfortunately, there are times these laws are abused either by teens or by a parent attempting to get back at another parent.

At the Law Offices of Mark L. Horwitz, P.A, our sex crimes defense attorneys have seen situations, especially in blended families, in which a stepchild used allegations of sexual contact or sexual abuse of a minor as a way to get back at a stepparent. We have seen a teen use a charge of lewd conduct as a justification to move in with the other parent. And we have seen children, parents, teachers and others misinterpret situations to see a sex crime where there wasn't one.

Allegations of sex with a minor are very serious. The earlier you involve a defense attorney the better. Contact our Orlando law office immediately or call (866) 784-0023. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day

We defend adults and youth facing criminal charges for sexual activity with a minor, including:

• Child sexual abuse
• Child molestation
• Statutory rape or date rape
• Online solicitation of a minor or enticement to sexual activities
• Sexual assault
• Indecent exposure, lewd or lascivious conduct

We're ready to go to court for you. Contact our office online or call (866) 784-0023 for experienced and aggressive criminal defense representation. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, ensuring a defense lawyer responds quickly.