Getting charged with a sex crime in Cape Cod is a serious matter that could lead to severe penalties, reputational damage, and incarceration. At Nate Amendola Defense, our Cape Cod criminal defense attorneys have defended numerous clients against sexual assault charges and allegations related to sex crimes.
If you or someone you love has been accused of a sex crime, you should immediately contact an experienced Cape Cod sex crime attorney for help. We know that an accusation of a sex crime can wreak havoc on your life and endanger your future. Don’t face sex crime charges alone – our team of legal professionals is on standby to defend your rights and provide the support you need during this difficult time.
Sex Crimes We Handle in Cape Cod
At Nate Amendola Defense, we are prepared to handle a wide spectrum of sex crimes as your trusted legal representation. The gravity of the penalties that come with a sex crime conviction may be weighing heavily on your shoulders, but rest assured, our sex crime lawyers in Cape Cod will fight to have these charges reduced or altogether dismissed for the following:
- Rape (with or without force): Includes sexual intercourse without consent, with penalties up to life imprisonment. The use of force can be defined as physical or through threats and intimidation. A second or subsequent offense requires that the individual convicted of rape be must serve ⅔ of the minimum sentence before becoming eligible for probation, parole, or any educational and training programs.
- Statutory rape (under age 16): The age of consent in Massachusetts is sixteen-years-old. Sexual intercourse with a minor under 16, regardless of consent. A statutory rape charge can carry anywhere from 10-20 years in prison. It’s important to note that even if two minors engage in consensual sex, it is still considered illegal and both parties could be prosecuted.
- Assault with intent to rape: Attempting but not completing a rape can still result in being charged with a sex crime. The punishment can result in up to 2.5 years in jail or house of correction, or up to 20 years in state prison. Although a juvenile under the age of 14 is presumed to be incapable of committing rape, they may still be charged with a lesser crime of assault.
- Indecent assault and battery: This crime entails unwanted sexual touching, with enhanced penalties if the victim is a minor under 14 (up to 10 years in prison). Depending upon the circumstances of the incident, one possible defense against an allegation of indecent assault and battery may be that the accused did not have the intent to commit an act of indecency. If you believe that a misunderstanding or miscommunication about the physical contact occurred, reach out to a Cape Cod sex crime lawyer with our firm for support.
- Drugging for sexual intercourse: This crime involves the ****administering of drugs to facilitate a sexual assault. Drugging an individual for sexual intercourse can lead to penalties of up to 10 years in prison.
- Aggravated rape: A conviction of aggravated rape involving weapons, multiple attackers, or serious injury can result in a life sentence in state prison. If the rape results in or includes serious bodily injury, by a joint enterprise or during the commission or attempted commission of a crime, the end punishment may be a life sentence in state prison.
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Sexual Exposure and Surveillance
- Indecent exposure: Indecent exposure involves the intent of exposing one’s genitals in a public place to arouse or disturb others. The intentional exposure of genitals in public can result in a fine of up to $200, a sentence of up to 6 months in jail, probation, and registration as a sexual offender. Indecent exposure is a misdemeanor and is typically considered a lesser sex crime in most jurisdictions.
- Open and gross lewdness: Also known as ‘lewd and lascivious behavior’ is a more severe crime than exposure, involving shock or alarm, and can lead to a sentence of up to 3 years in prison as a felony offense.
- Voyeurism or secret surveillance: Recording or observing private sexual activity can result in penalties that may include up to 2.5 years in prison.
- Possession of Child Pornography: The Commonwealth defines this crime as the knowing purchase or possession of visual material of a child depicted in sexual conduct. Having any sexually explicit images of minors can lead to five to twenty years in prison per image.
- Child exploitation: Creating and/or distributing explicit content involving minors may result in a minimum sentence of ten to twenty years in prison.
If any of the charges above apply to your situation, you should consult with a sex crimes lawyer in Cape Cod to build an aggressive and strategic defense.
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Sex Offender Registration and Other Sex Crimes
- Failure to register: Not complying with the Sex Offender Registry Board (SORB) requirements for the first offense may lead to mandatory imprisonment for six months, up to 2.5 years in a house of correction, possible imprisonment of up to 5 years in state prison, a fine of $1000, or a combination of both fine and imprisonment. For either a first or subsequent sex crime, a sex offender will be subject to parole for life upon completion of their sentence.
- Subsequent offenses: Repeat sex crimes carry mandatory minimum sentences, and they are often doubled. The minimum sentence for a second or subsequent sex crime is five years in state prison.
- Sex trafficking: Forcing or coercing sexual services from an individual can lead to a possible sentence of up to 5 years of life imprisonment.
- Enticement of a child under 16:Enticing a child under 16 for sex is a serious criminal offense in Massachusetts. The law defines “entice” as luring, inducing, persuading, tempting, inciting, soliciting, coaxing, or inviting a minor to engage in sexual activity. The offender may be punished with a $5,000 fine and up to five years in state prison.
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The Consequences of Conviction for Sex Crimes
Criminal penalties for sex crimes in Massachusetts include prison sentences ranging from 6 months to life, mandatory minimums, and up to tens of thousands of dollars in restitution fines. An empathetic and compassionate sex crime lawyer in Cape Cod will be your best ally in fighting against these charges.
Courts often enhance penalties when aggravating factors like weapons, prior convictions, or vulnerable victims are present such as minors, disabled persons, or the elderly.
Those convicted must register with the SORB, receiving a risk classification that determines public notification requirements, residence restrictions, and monitoring protocols. A conviction’s impact extends beyond legal penalties, often resulting in professional license revocation, housing restrictions, and significant employment barriers.
Those with immigration status may face deportation, while parents frequently lose child custody rights. Juveniles, or “youthful offenders” may risk college admissions and future career opportunities. The social stigma following a sex crime conviction can permanently damage relationships and reputations.
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If you’re facing sex crime charges, contact Nate Amendola Defense immediately. Our experienced Cape Cod sex crime attorneys will evaluate your case, explain your options, and build a strong defense strategy. Schedule a free consultation today to protect your rights and future.
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