Los Angeles Child Pornography Lawyer
Facing charges for child pornography?
Charges involving child pornography are often related to internet crimes that involve the possession or dissemination of sexualized images of underage individuals. Under § 311 of the California Penal Code, child pornography is defined as any image, video, or depiction or a minor engaged in actual or simulated sexual conduct. As both a sex crime and internet crime, child pornography offenses have become a priority for law enforcement officers in California and throughout the country.
Charges relating to child pornography may include:
- Possession of child pornography
- Distribution of child pornography, including peer-to-peer file sharing
- Production, developing, or printing of child pornography
- Advertising child pornography
- Offenses involving online chat rooms and other electronic mediums
Under both state and federal law, crimes involving child pornography are considered serious criminal offenses, and are most typically felony crimes. In addition to larges fines and lengthy terms of imprisonment, penalties may also include mandatory registration on the sex offender registry. Punishment may also be enhanced depending on the nature of the crime and a defendant's prior criminal history. In any event, the long-term consequences of living with a sex crime conviction can be devastating.
An Experienced Los Angeles Sex Crime Lawyer on Your Side
Attorney Kenneth H. Lewis has dedicated more than 42 years to defending the criminally accused, including those who have faced sex crime allegations involving child pornography. As these offenses are surrounded by strong opinions and social stigmas, those who stand accused should work with attorneys capable of protecting their rights during all stages of the criminal court process, including investigations.
If you or someone you know has been charged with a child pornography crime, place your trust in a proven Los Angeles criminal defense attorney from the Law Offices Kenneth H. Lewis. Call (213) 255-3011.
