If you are under investigation or have been arrested for committing a sexual offense in San Diego, Carlsbad, or another city in San Diego County, it is important that you contact The Law Offices of David M. Boertje immediately. San Diego Sexual Offenses Attorney Boertje is an experienced criminal defense lawyer who will fight hard to make sure that you receive the best defense possible.
An arrest or charge for a sexual offense is no laughing matter in the state of California, where prosecutors take these crimes very seriously. Most sexual crimes are felony crimes in this state where, if convicted, a defendant could end up in state prison, be ordered to pay hefty fines, and spend a lifetime as a registered sex offender. The Law Offices of David M. Boertje defends clients under investigation or charged with committing sexual offenses, including:.
Rape: Violent, nonconsensual sexual intercourse between strangers or people who know each other. Date Rape: A rape crime that occurs between people who are romantically involved or know each other socially.
Statutory Rape: A legal adult person 18 years or older has sex with a minor someone younger than 18 but older than Even if the alleged perpetrator did not know that the victim was a minor, he or she could still be convicted of statutory rape.
Even if the defendant is 19 and the alleged victim is 17 and wanted to have sex, San Diego prosecutors could still pursue a statutory rape conviction. Sexual Battery: Touching someone in a sexual manner without his or her consent. Prostitution: Soliciting or engaging in sexual acts for commerce. Both the prostitute and the person accused of receiving sexual services can be charged with prostitution.
