Missouri Criminal Defense Lawyer for Pornography Charges
In Missouri and around the country, law enforcement has increased their efforts to investigate and to charge people suspected of committing Internet sex crimes, such as possession of child pornography. This aggressive stance means that many individuals, innocent and guilty, may experience the seizure and forfeiture of assets.
If you believe you are the target of a child pornography investigation or if you have been charged with possession of pornographic, sexually explicit images or videos of naked children, contact The Patel Law Firm in Independence.
Investigating Alleged Involvement in Child Pornography
Law enforcement engage in many activities as part of their investigation into individuals' alleged involvement in child pornography possession, child abuse and child molestation. Investigators may pose as minors in sexually oriented chat rooms or they may act as interested parties wanting to trade/swap, buy or sell pornographic images of children. Though viewed by many people as entrapment, these techniques lure unsuspecting men and women into an organized sting.
Search, Seizure and Forfeiture of Assets
As part of a child pornography possession, manufacturing or distribution investigation, authorities may choose to search the property of those with suspected involvement. If anything is thought to be involved in an alleged crime, it is subject to confiscation. Without notice, a person may face the permanent loss of property, including computers and electronic equipment.
To protect your ownership rights, you must contact a skilled attorney experienced in state and federal criminal defense as soon as you know that your property and possessions are allegedly part of a criminal investigation.
Lifetime Registration as a Sex Offender
If convicted of child pornography possession, a person will face a lifetime of scrutiny and the permanent loss of freedom. In addition to serving time in jail, convicted men and women must register as sex offenders. Registration allows your activity to be monitored by the police and it grants the public access to your address and photograph. So, even if you serve time for your crime, you will never be truly free.
Contact an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer in Missouri
As a criminal defense lawyer, I know how damaging allegations of child pornography can be to your reputation and how crippling it can be to lose valuable assets. I also understand how the judicial system functions, having defended hundreds of people and having served as an attorney in the public defender's office.
Contact me to discuss your questions, your case and your options. I offer competitive rates and a free initial consultation. Call The Patel Law Firm today at 816-533-7664.
The Patel Law Firm, LLC
315 W. Kansas Avenue
Independence, MO 64050
Toll Free: 888-428-9427
Phone: 816-533-7664
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