Sex with a Minor Charges in Miami

Experienced Miami Sex Crime Defense Attorney

Under the Florida Criminal Code section 794.011, an adult engaging in a sexual act with a minor between 12 and 18 years of age is committing sexual battery which is a first-degree felony punishable by huge fines and a potential 30 year prison sentence.

If you are being investigated or if you have been charged for sex with a minor, it is essential that you contact a proven Miami sex crime defense lawyer at your first opportunity. The police and prosecution will aggressively pursue their case against you and seek the harshest penalties. The Law Office of Michael Mirer, P.A. will aggressively fight to protect your rights.

Solicitation of a Minor Charges

Solicitation of a minor is a very serious sex crime, and conviction will affect you for the rest of your life. Not only are you facing a possible prison sentence, your job, your family and social relationships and your reputation are at risk. Like child pornography or molestation, charges for solicitation of a minor carry a negative stigma that can follow you wherever you go. To further add insult to injury, you may have to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life.

Solicitation of a minor is a third-degree felony but under Florida law, if you have made any effort to actually meet the minor that was allegedly solicited, you may be facing second-degree felony charges with a potential 15 years prison sentence. If the accusation involves a minor with a family or custodial relationship, battery charges are often additionally filed.

Technology's Impact on Solicitation Charges

Charges for solicitation of a minor have increased dramatically with the wide spread availability of communication mediums such as the internet and text messaging. The media has brought a great deal of attention to the problem of internet solicitations and the police have responded aggressively. Many good people with families are being caught up in the rush to prosecute alleged offenders.

If you are being investigated or have been charged with solicitation of a minor, it is critical that you contact a Miami sex crimes defense lawyer right away.

Attorney Michael Mirer: Safeguarding Your Rights in Miami

The laws concerning sex with a minor are complicated and affected by many factors. Michael Mirer is a former prosecutor who has an exceptional understanding of the law in these types of cases and how law enforcement and the prosecution operate.

He will work closely with you to make sure that you understand what you are facing and you are kept up to date about any developments in your case and any legal options you may have. Mr. Mirer will methodically examine your case, interview law enforcement officers and any witnesses in order to develop a strategic and tenacious defense.

Powerful Defense in Miami

At Mr. Mirer's devoted and trusted firm you will always be treated with dignity and respect. He understands that false accusations are not uncommon and you deserve a hard-hitting, aggressive defense.

In other cases, good and hard-working people who have made a mistake might suddenly find themselves facing a prison sentence. Attorney Michael Mirer cares about his clients and their rights. He may will fight for your rights and pursue the best possible case outcome.

Contact a Miami sex crimes defense lawyer from the firm right away to make sure that you are professionally represented by a determined advocate who will fight for you every step of the way.