Lewd and Lascivious

Fort Lauderdale Lewd and Lascivious Criminal Defense Law Firm

Lewd and lascivious offenses on a minor is the crime of touching a minor under 16 in a sexual manner, having a minor touch you in a sexual way, soliciting sexual contact with a minor or exposing a minor to sexual behavior not involving touching him or her. What is perception to one person is often misperception to another, particularly when one of the parties involved is a child. Lewd and lascivious charges are complex and need to be met head-on, even though they may be unpleasant to deal with. Depending on the circumstances, penalties range from five years to life in prison.

Due to widespread media coverage, those charged with lewd and lascivious conduct are frequently found guilty in the court of public opinion long before a true court can hear their cases. However, in a court of law, the accused continues to be presumed innocent until proven guilty. A skilled South Florida lewd and lascivious criminal defense attorney can protect your legal rights in the face of this serious charge.

If you or a loved one is charged with lewd and lascivious offenses against a minor, you should contact a Miami-Dade lewd and lascivious criminal defense lawyer right away. Palm Beach lewd and lascivious offenses criminal defense attorney Menachem M. Mayberg offers free, confidential consultations to potential clients. To reach us seven days a week and 24 hours a day, contact us through our Web site or call us at (305) 695-8750.

For further reading, see Florida Statute 800.04: Lewd or lascivious offenses committed upon or in the presence of persons less than 16 years of age.