Kentucky Sex Crime Defense Attorneys Who Can Protect You
In sex offenses cases, the authorities act swiftly to gather evidence and press charges. When your future is at stake, you need advocates like us on your side. At Hitch Defense Attorneys, we provide strong criminal defense for sex crimes in Kentucky, including Fayette County and Jefferson County. Our sex crime defense lawyers bring over 25 combined years of experience to your fight, including extensive federal trial experience.
Remember, an accusation is not a conviction. Do not give up. We will review your case thoroughly, gather potential exonerating evidence and educate you on your legal options so you can make informed choices.
Aggressive Defense For All Kentucky Sex Offense Charges
Sex crimes are among the most severe of all criminal offenses. As Lexington sex crime attorneys, we have devoted our careers to defending clients against the full spectrum of state and federal accusations. These include:
- Rape: Under KRS 510.040, rape charges in Kentucky involve nonconsensual sexual intercourse, including forcible sexual intercourse
- Sexual assault: This form of assault involves unwanted sexual acts; for example, the touching of genitals
- Sodomy: Kentucky defines sodomy as deviant sexual acts, including nonconsensual anal penetration
- Sexual abuse: Generally, sexual abuse refers to nonconsensual sex acts with a minor or someone with a disability
- Internet and computer sex crimes: Examples include solicitation of a minor, possession of child sex abuse material (CSAM) and voyeurism
- Statutory rape: Nonconsensual sex with a victim under the age of 16
- Indecent exposure: Exposing one’s genitals in situations that would cause alarm to the viewer
Our team will examine every police report, digital record and witness account related to your charges. We work to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case to counteract it. At all times, we work directly with you to protect your constitutional rights from day one.
What Are the Penalties For Sex Crimes In Kentucky?
Kentucky law divides sex offenses into misdemeanors and felonies. Misdemeanor charges, such as second-degree sexual abuse, may result in up to one year in jail. Felony convictions, such as first-degree rape, tend to carry long prison sentences.
- Class A misdemeanors: Up to 12 months in jail, fines up to $500, and possible sex offender registration
- Class D felonies: One to five years in prison, fines between $1,000 and $10,000, and 20 years to lifetime sex offender registration
- Class C felonies: Five to 10 years in prison, fines between $1,000 and $10,000, and 20 years to lifetime sex offender registration
- Class B felonies: 10 to 20 years in prison, fines between $1,000 and $10,000, and mandatory lifetime sex offender registration
- Class A felonies: 20 to 50 years or life in prison, fines between $1,000 and $10,000, and mandatory lifetime sex offender registration
If you are sentenced to registration with the Kentucky Sex Offender Registry, it will follow you for the rest of your life. You could face the loss of your voting rights, fewer job opportunities, loss of housing options, and permanent social isolation.
What Should You Do If You Are Under Investigation For A Sex Crime In Kentucky?
The moment you believe you are under investigation, try to follow these important steps:
- Do not speak to police officers without criminal defense counsel
- Do not call, text or speak to the accuser
- Avoid discussing the case with other people, even if you feel as if you need to explain your side of things
- Preserve all evidence, including text messages, emails, social media records and photos
Retain legal counsel as soon as you possibly can. Taking these precautions shields your rights. Through a proactive approach, our defense team can often completely change the direction of our clients’ sex crime allegations.
How Can Our Sex Offense Attorneys Fight Your Charges?
As Lexington and Louisville sex crime attorneys, we draw from a range of proven strategies to challenge the prosecution’s evidence. These may include:
- Explaining that the accuser has underlying motives such as a child custody dispute, a relationship breakup or personal retaliation
- Asserting that the encounter was mutually consensual
- Showing text histories, phone records and emails between you and the witness
- Demonstrating lack of evidence and inconsistencies in statements, police reports and forensic science
- Challenging constitutional violations such as unlawful search and seizure or improper police questioning
- Partnering with forensic experts to find additional physical or digital evidence
We prepare every case for a trial. We will not hesitate to litigate your case before any court in the state to fight for your freedom.
Protect Yourself: Contact Our Sex Crime Lawyers In Louisville And Lexington
Hitch Defense Attorneys has the aggressive Kentucky sex crime defense that you need if you are facing sexual misconduct. Reach out to us immediately to get help. Please contact us today by calling us at Call or using our online contact form to schedule your private consultation.