Sex Offenses

Sex crimes are aggressively prosecuted in Florida and can result in severe penalties for those who are convicted. In addition to lengthy terms of incarceration and substantial fines, people convicted of sex crimes can also be required to register as sex offenders—a punishment that has profound impact on the ability to find employment or housing.

Many arrests for alleged sex crimes are based solely on the claims of alleged victims. Even when accusations are false or exaggerated, it is not a good idea to speak with law enforcement without speaking with an experienced criminal defense attorney first.

Lawyer for Sex Offenses in Pensacola, Florida

Do you believe that you could be the target of a criminal investigation or were you already arrested for a sex crime in Florida? Do not make any kind of statement to authorities without legal representation.

Pensacola criminal defense attorney John Terrezza of Terrezza Law defends clients from Navarre, Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze, Milton, and surrounding communities in the greater Pensacola area. You can have him review your case during a free initial consultation by calling (850) 764-5291 or completing an online contact form today.

Escambia County Sex Offenses Information Center

Types of Sex Offenses in Florida

Numerous crimes are considered sexual offenses under Florida law. A few of the most common sex crimes include, but are not limited to:

Child Pornography;
Exposure of Sexual Organs;
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender;
Indecent Exposure;
Internet Sex Crimes;
Lewd and Lascivious Battery;
Child Molestation;
Prostitution;
Rape;
Sexual Activity with Minors;
Sexual Assault;
Sexual Battery;
Sexual Molestation;
Solicitation; and
Statutory Rape.

The possible penalties for a sexual offense vary depending on a number of factors, including the age of the alleged victim, alleged use of a deadly weapon, and whether the alleged offender has been previously convicted of a sex crime.

Sex Offender Registration Requirements in Pensacola

People who have been convicted of or adjudicated delinquent for qualify sex offenses can be required to register as a sex offender in Florida. Some convicted sex offenders are required to register for life while others have to wait 20 years before being able to petition for removal of this designation.

Sex offenders and sexual predators are listed on a public registry website. Depending on their criminal record, sex offenders and sexual predators are required to register at their local county sheriff’s office either twice a year or four times a year.

The information that they are required to provide to the sheriff’s office includes, but is not limited to:

Name;
Date of birth;
Social security number;
Race;
Sex;
Height and weight;
Hair and eye color;
Tattoos or other identifying marks;
Fingerprints;
Palm prints;
Photograph;
Occupation and place of employment;
Residential address(es) including transient (i.e. homeless);
Vehicle information;
All home telephone numbers and cellular telephone numbers;
All electronic mail addresses and internet identifiers;
Conviction information;
Passport information;
Immigration status/documentation; and
Professional license information.

Failure to register as a sex offender is a felony offense in Florida.

Find a Lawyer for Sex Offenses in Pensacola, FL

If you have been arrested or suspect that you might be currently under investigation for allegedly committing a sexually-motivated crime in Florida, you will want to immediately retain legal counsel. Terrezza Law defends clients accused of sex crimes in communities all over Okaloosa County, Walton County, Santa Rosa County, and Escambia County.

John Terrezza is criminal defense attorney in Pensacola who fights to achieve the best possible outcome with the fewest possible penalties. Call (850) 764-5291 or fill out an online contact form to set up a free, confidential consultation that will let our lawyer review your case.