Salem Sex Crime Lawyer

Salem Sex Crime Attorney

Facing sex crime charges can be a delicate situation due to their nature and the legal circumstances that surround them. You need a Salem sex crimes lawyer who takes the protection of your rights, future, and freedom seriously and will provide a dedicated defense. At the Law Office of Amy L. Bingham, we are here to offer the tenacious representation you can trust.

Regardless of the specifics of your alleged sex crime offense, the criminal defense attorney at the Law Office of Amy L. Bingham is here to fight for you and work to achieve the most favorable outcome possible for your case. We have handled countless criminal cases and have the experience necessary to serve as your aggressive and passionate advocate to ensure your defense is taken seriously, and you receive a fair trial.

Defining Sex Crimes in Salem, Oregon

The criminal justice system surrounding sex crimes can be overwhelming, and many individuals facing these charges may feel uncertain regarding their future, as the penalties involved can be severe. The Law Office of Amy L. Bingham has a vast history of handling these charges and defending individuals accused of sexual assault, rape, child pornography, and prostitution, amongst other sex crimes.

When you work with our team, we can craft a personalized defense strategy that fits the unique nuances of your case. It is important that you first understand the charges you are facing so that you can better navigate the legal process that may await you. At the Law Office of Amy L. Bingham, our criminal defense attorney has experience defending against the following sex crime charges:

• Rape. This charge can arise when an individual allegedly commits an act of non-consensual sexual penetration or intercourse. These crimes often involve the use of force, violence, or coercion. There are three different degrees of rape in Oregon, each accompanied by different penalties that can range in severity depending on the severity of the crime itself.
• Prostitution. An individual can be charged with prostitution if they engage in any sexual activities for profit. It is illegal in the state of Oregon to engage in any kind of sexual behavior in exchange for money or property. You can be arrested for this act if you even suggest that you are willing to pay or be paid for a sexual act.
• Child pornography. This crime is charged when an individual is found in possession of or distributing or producing materials of a sexually explicit nature that depict minors engaging in sexual acts or behaviors. This is a Measure 11 crime and can be punished by up to 70 months in prison.
• Child sexual abuse. Charges of this nature can arise when an individual engages in certain acts of sexual contact with a person under the age of 18. It can include behaviors such as sex of any kind, molestation or fondling, masturbating in front of a minor or forcing them to masturbate, exposing themselves to a minor, or trafficking a minor for sexual purposes.
• Indecent exposure. An individual can be charged with indecent exposure if they do any of the following while in a public place or in view of a public place: perform sexual intercourse, perform an act of deviate sexual intercourse, or expose their genitals with the intent of arousing sexual desire in themselves or another individual.
• Sexual assault. This charge can arise when an individual acts in any manner of unwanted sexual contact without the consent of the victim. Sexual assault charges can include a wide range of specific acts, from groping or unwanted touching to penetrative rape.
• Internet sex crimes. These charges can arise from a number of different crimes, including cybersex crimes, sexual solicitation, which takes place over the internet, the possession or distribution of child pornography, online solicitation of a minor, sending content of a sexually explicit nature to a minor, and cyberstalking.

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Contact Our Defense Team if You Are Accused of a Sex Crime in Salem, Oregon

If you have been accused of a sex crime in Salem, Oregon, such as rape, prostitution, or internet sex crimes, you need to retain the services of an attorney. At the Law Office of Amy L. Bingham, our criminal defense attorney is ready and prepared to fight for your future. Contact our offices today to schedule your initial consultation with our team and learn more about how we can assist you.