OMAHA SEX CRIMES DEFENSE LAWYER

When someone is accused of committing a sexual offense, he or she may be overwhelmed. There are numerous consequences related to sex crimes outside of the legal penalties, so it is important to consult an experienced Omaha sex crimes lawyer as soon as possible.

If the court convicts someone of a sex crime, the government may put that person on the sex offender registry for life, which may follow a person even if they move states. Further, the social stigma attached to these allegations can isolate and threaten a person’s standing in his or her community regardless of the outcome of the case.

It may be important to enlist the services of an aggressive Omaha sex crimes lawyer who can help you fight for your freedom. Having a dedicated defense Attorney who is familiar with these allegations and with the court proceedings may be invaluable. At Banwo & Igbokwe Law, we have defended many clients accused of sexual misconduct and we understand the difficult battle our clients face.

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Behaviors Considered Sex Crimes

Many of the different behaviors that are classified as sex crimes fall into the category of sexual assault in Omaha. Some of these offenses include:

• Rape
• Statutory rape
• Child pornography
• Sexual assault
• Sexual assault of a child
• Solicitation of a minor
• Prostitution
• Indecent exposure

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Any of these actions can result in serious consequences and may require a person to be registered as a sex offender. The specific penalties will depend mainly on the facts of the case.

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What Are The Degrees of Offenses in Omaha?

Within Nebraska’s sexual assault statute are three levels of charges. The level a person will be charged with, and the corresponding penalties, will depend on the circumstances surrounding the alleged act.

First-Degree

The most serious offenses fall under first-degree sexual assault. In Nebraska, this refers to any sexual penetration of a person without his or her consent whether due to an explicit lack of consent or an implied lack of consent. It can also apply when the alleged offender is 19 or older, and the alleged victim is between 12 and 15. This is a Class II felony punishable by one to 50 years in prison.

Second-Degree

This level of offense also involves unwanted sexual contact. For a charge to fall into this category, it must have resulted in a serious bodily injury. As a Class IIA felony, this is punishable by up to 20 years in prison.

Third-Degree

When there is sexual contact of a person without his or her consent that does not result in a serious bodily injury, it is referred to as third-degree sexual assault. This is a Class I misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in prison and/or a fine of up to $1,000.

Sophisticated Defense for Sex Crime Accusations

You should never sit and wait for your charges to blow over. The prosecutor is already working to convict you. You should have an equally dedicated defense lawyer on your side building up your case as well. Take the time to call our team for help. We can listen to your case and get to work immediately to protect your future.

When we take a case, we start by doing our own independent investigations, interviewing witnesses, and combing through the details to find weaknesses in the prosecutor’s case. In sex crime cases, there is usually more than one side to the story. Some are even based on false allegations. It is our job to get to the bottom of a case and to work towards the most favorable outcome possible.

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