Thomasville Sex Crimes Attorney

Thomasville Sex Crimes Lawyer

Police and prosecutors take sex crimes seriously and vigorously pursue convictions and harsh punishments for offenders. If you’ve been charged with a sex offense in Davidson County, North Carolina, you need dedicated legal counsel who will fight to protect your rights and freedom. Contact Greenwood Law today for an initial case evaluation to discuss how a knowledgeable sex crimes attorney serving Thomasville can assist you with pursuing the best possible outcome under the circumstances.

Why Choose a Sex Crimes Defense Attorney from Greenwood Law?

Sex charges can have devastating consequences for your reputation and future. Choosing legal representation to defend your rights and interests in a sex crimes case may become a critical decision that affects the outcome of your prosecution. Let the legal team at Greenwood Law help you seek a favorable resolution to your charges by:

Taking a respectful and dedicated approach to your case
Living up to our principles of vigorous advocacy, attention to detail, and outstanding client service
Dedicating our time and effort to fighting for the best possible outcome for your charges
Taking the time to listen to your story and understand your concerns and goals to pursue a resolution tailored to your objectives
Providing consistent, reliable support at every stage of your criminal matter

Sex Charges We Handle

At Greenwood Law, our attorneys have a proven record of helping Thomasville clients seek favorable outcomes in sex crime cases, such as those involving charges under North Carolina law like:

Rape – Under state law, a person commits the crime of forcible rape when they engage in vaginal intercourse with another individual against their will through the use of force or with an individual who has a physical or mental incapacity rendering them incapable of giving consent.
Statutory Rape – An individual commits statutory rape when they engage in vaginal intercourse with a person younger than North Carolina’s age of consent, even if the person voluntarily engages in intercourse.
Forcible Sexual Offense – The crime of forcible sexual offense occurs when a person engages in a sexual act with another individual using force to overcome that individual’s will or with an individual who has a physical or mental incapacity.
Statutory Sexual Offense – A person may commit a statutory sexual offense when they engage in sexual activity with an individual younger than the age of consent.
Sexual Battery – The crime of sexual battery involves engaging in sexual contact with another person against their will by use of force or with a person with a physical or mental incapacity that renders them incapable of giving valid consent.
Child Pornography – We represent individuals facing state or federal prosecution for child pornography-related offenses, including allegations of possession or distribution of child pornography.Greenwood Law also handles sex crime cases that arise in the context of domestic violence, including initial domestic violence allegations or alleged violations of a protective order.

Consequences of a Conviction for Sex Crimes

Sex crimes carry some of the most severe penalties under North Carolina criminal law. Most sex offenses qualify as felonies, which impose sentences that include jail or prison terms that can last for months to decades, depending on the offense.

A conviction for a sex crime can also result in other collateral consequences beyond a prison term, such as the requirement to register as a sex offender. Sex offender registration requirements can include regular reporting to law enforcement officials to provide information such as residence, employment, vehicle registrations, and contact information. In some cases, a court may designate a defendant convicted of a sex offense as a sexually violent predator, which can impose additional restrictions on them or subject them to civil commitment for psychological treatment.

Defenses to Sex Charges

When representing Thomasville clients facing sex charges, our firm may pursue various defense strategies to fight the prosecution’s case and seek a favorable resolution. Common defenses we may raise in sex cases in Davidson County include:

Consent – Many sex offense cases hinge on the issue of consent. We may argue that the alleged victim gave valid consent to the sexual activity.
Lack of Possession – In child pornography cases, we may deny that you had actual or constructive possession of the materials.
Lack of Aggravating Factors – We might seek to reduce the grading of a sex offense charge by highlighting a lack of evidence of aggravating factors, such as the use of a deadly weapon.
Misidentification or Alibi – We may challenge a victim’s or eyewitness’s identification by highlighting their poor view of the assailant or noting improperly suggestive identification procedures used by the police. We may also present alibi evidence to prove you were somewhere else when the alleged sexual assault occurred.

We may also fight sex crime cases by challenging the reliability of DNA or forensic evidence identifying you as the perpetrator or contesting the admissibility of physical evidence or inculpatory statements law enforcement obtained through an unlawful search or interrogation.

How Can an Attorney Help You Face Prosecution for Sex Crimes?

When sex charges put your freedom and reputation on the line, let a criminal defense lawyer from Greenwood Law help you fight your charges and protect your interests during prosecution by:

Independently investigating your criminal charges to recover evidence helpful to your defense
Evaluating your legal options for fighting your charges
Preparing you for what to expect at each stage of your case and helping you make informed decisions
Vigorously contesting the prosecution’s case by challenging the admissibility of evidence obtained by police through unlawful means or arguing that the government lacks evidence to bring your case to trial
Fighting for your rights and interests at trial if you choose to assert your innocence

Contact a Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer Today

If you were arrested and charged with sex crimes in Thomasville, get the legal advice and advocacy you need to defend your rights and interests against criminal prosecution. Contact Greenwood Law today for an initial case evaluation with our legal team to discuss your options for pursuing a favorable resolution to your sex charges.

Our Winston-Salem Law Office

When facing charges for sex crimes in Thomasville, talk to an experienced criminal defense attorney at our office at One Salem Tower, 119 Brookstown Avenue, Suite 300, Winston-Salem, NC 27101.