Riverside Sex Crime Lawyer

Sex Offender Registration

California is leading the nation with over 63,000 people required to register in the National Sex Offender Registry each year. It does not matter whether or not the person committed a serious sex crime such as date rape, prostitution, sex crimes against a child or a minor offense such as indecent exposure - they are still required under Megan’s Law to register as a sex offender. California approved Megan’s Law (named after sex crime victim Megan Kanka, age 7) in 1996 allowing for the public to view the name, crime committed and location of a known sex offender. However, in about 25% of all sex crimes cases a sex offender’s name, whereabouts and crime need not be shared with the public, although they still must register as a sex offender.

When a person is convicted of a sex crime they must register immediately following jail or prison time, probation, time spent in a mental institution or rehabilitation center. Failure to register is a serious criminal offense and may result in additional jail or prison time, fines, community service, probation and parole. Because many sex crimes are violent crimes and may result in a person becoming a repeat offender, it is critical that law enforcement is aware of a sex offender’s whereabouts at all times. The only way to avoid having to register as a sex offender is by avoiding a conviction for a sex crime. The experienced  Riverside sex crimes defense lawyers at the Law Offices of Gregory H. Comings can protect your legal rights if you are accused of sexual assault or any other sex crime in Riverside, California.

Sex Offender Defense Attorney in Riverside

Having to register in the sex offender registry allows for the public to know who you are, the crime you were convicted of and where you live. It can also affect future employment or education opportunities, your right to visit where children may be present and your overall reputation for the remainder of your life. As knowledgeable Riverside sex crimes defense attorneys we cannot stress more that it is very critical to your case and your legal rights that you retain the legal representation of a lawyer immediately. The attorneys at our firm provide superior defense strategies, along with a free case consultation to anyone accused of a sex crime in Riverside County. Please contact a Riverside sex offender registry attorney at our firm today to begin the process of protecting your rights and future.

Sex Offender Registry questions? Contact a Riverside sex crime attorney at our firm today.