Riverside Internet Pornography Attorney
Regarding Internet Pornography Charges
Both the state and federal government are working hard to reduce internet sex crimes by locating, prosecuting and convicting those identified as involved. Special task forces are actively looking for suspects who may be involved in child pornography, online solicitation of a minor, or other child exploitation crimes. It is both a federal and a state crime to manufacture, possess, or distribute depictions of minors engaged in sexual activity or blatantly sexual poses. Although the government often resorts to sting operations in gathering evidence to bring charges, its investigators must still observe the laws and not violate a suspect's rights. If you have reason to believe that you are being investigated take immediate action to secure the services of a highly competent Riverside sex crime attorney.
Internet Pornography Lawyer in Riverside
Use of the internet to view, acquire or distribute child pornography can inadvertently violate federal laws. California's laws concerning child pornography carry severe penalties, but conviction of violating a federal pornography law can result in even harsher penalties. Although you may start out facing prosecution by the state, if federal laws are involved, your case may wind up in a federal court. When you are looking for legal counsel to handle your defense ensure the attorney you select can appear for you in both federal and state court. Pornography charges are felonies which are subject to enhancements such as penetration enhancement, quantity enhancements and prepubescent enhancements which will increase the size of the fines and the length of the term of imprisonment if the prosecutor gets a conviction. A knowledgeable internet pornography lawyer at our firm fully understands the current laws and conducts a careful investigation into law enforcement's conduct and where possible will use any relevant findings to prevent charges from being filed or to get charges reduced or dismissed.
We understand that any broad investigation stands the chance of also sweeping the occasional innocent bystander into its net. Our legal team is painstaking in developing a powerful defense strategy and is prepared if your case must go to trial in order to fight for justice. We can advise you of your rights and ensure you fully understand your legal options. A sex crime lawyer at Hanson, Gorian & Bradford is prepared to meet the prosecution's tactics and use every available legal tool to help you succeed in your case.
Contact a Riverside internet pornography attorney at our firm to schedule an initial consultation concerning your case.