Sexual exploitation charges in Phoenix can have a substantial impact on the rest of your life. If you are currently under investigation, already have charges, or suspect charges in the near future, you should contact our firm immediately. At Charity Clark Law, we lead with compassion and understanding for your circumstances. Our team crafts a unique strategy for every case, ensuring you aren't a victim to any cookie cutter defense arguments.
Arizona takes sexual exploitation charges extremely seriously, classifying certain circumstances as a Class 2 Felony with harsh mandatory sentencing. We understand fighting a case like this can be overwhelming and scary. That’s why Charity Clark and our law team offer a free consultation to sit down and understand your situation. We offer guidance as to what direction you should take and how we can fight for you.
Under Arizona Law, sexual exploitation involves recording or photographing visuals of a minor engaged in a sexual act. It may also include distributing, selling, purchasing, transmitting or even just possessing these visuals of the exploitative behavior.
Sexual exploitation involves the exploitation of a minor. It can be private or commercial. The number of images involved plays a large part in these cases as well as the nature of the material and age of the victim(s) involved. The involvement of the defendant in the production of the material is also an important element.
Cases like this can be extremely hard to defend if you don’t have the right counsel by your side. Charity Clark has worked on many sex crimes cases and understands how to navigate the intricate details of each one. She takes the smallest pieces and creates a big argument in your favor.
Maricopa County takes a few things into account when charging somebody with sexual exploitation. These factors include:
For crimes against a minor, the court usually classifies sexual exploitation as a class 2 felony. This can result in the following penalties:
If it’s a dangerous crime (involving a victim under 15 years of age), you can face 10 to 24 years in prison per image involved in the exploitation.
Charity Clark is one of the smartest attorneys I’ve ever met. She is aggressive, intelligent, and not afraid to fight for you. Her trial skills are unmatched. She knows how to handle a jury and argues the law like a champ. She will champion her client until the end and achieves real results.
Charity was amazing and took care of everything. She answered all my questions quickly and was so polite. They took care of my case with ease and definitely took a load off my shoulders. Not only did they both do great work they got the response from the court we were hoping for. Charity is "THE BEST".
Facing a possible sex crime investigation? Don't wait for charges. While some lawyers wait, our firm acts immediately to protect your rights. Investigations can drag on for up to a year depending on the charge, giving authorities more time to gather evidence. This can be risky. Our legal team can help you navigate this sensitive situation from the start, potentially avoiding missteps and building a strong defense.
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Charity Clark brings compassion and experience to the table when defending sexual exploitation charges. She has an extensive history working on cases of this nature, and knows how to shape your argument to the jury if need be. With every client she takes on, she begins planning for trial on day one no matter the circumstances. Charity Clark and our law team will fight tooth and nail to keep your future intact with unique strategies that are custom to you and you alone.
Contact us today for a free 30 minute case evaluation. We serve the Maricopa County areas, including Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe.
