{"id":7305,"date":"2026-04-13T14:45:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T21:45:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/izquierdolastg.wpenginepowered.com\/?post_type=library_post&#038;p=7305"},"modified":"2026-04-17T16:46:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T23:46:00","slug":"steps-take-accused-sex-crimes-florida","status":"publish","type":"library_post","link":"https:\/\/www.izlegal.com\/es\/library\/steps-take-accused-sex-crimes-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Important Steps to Take When You Are Accused of a Sex Crime in Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Criminal Defense\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KMmAniinoqo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><br \/>\nFlorida is tough on sex offenders, so it is vital that you take a sex crime accusation very seriously\u2014even if you are innocent and think the accusation will be dismissed. People often worry that they will look guilty if they take certain steps after an accusation, but the reality is that you need to do everything you can to protect yourself when facing\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.izlegal.com\/practice_areas\/criminal-defense.cfm\">such a serious charge<\/a>. Criminal defense attorney Daniel Izquierdo explains what you should do to protect your rights when you are accused of a sex crime in Florida.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Types of Sex Crimes in Florida<\/h2>\n<p>Sex crimes fall under several categories in Florida. While it is no excuse in the eyes of the law, we sometimes represent clients who did not know they were committing a sex crime until they were charged. The following are a few of the sex crimes that can be charged in Florida:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Sexual Battery<\/h3>\n<p>This broad category of sex crimes includes rape, sexual assault, sex with a child, and solicitation of a child under 18 years old. Aggravated sexual battery may be charged when a weapon is involved, the victim is unable to resist, or threats of force are used.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Lewd And Lascivious Offenses<\/h3>\n<p>These offenses include indecent exposure, molestation, exhibition over a computer service, exhibition in the presence of a child, or any of these acts targeting an elderly or disabled person.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Prostitution<\/h3>\n<p>The commission of a sex act for money is illegal in Florida. Soliciting a child or traveling to meet a minor for sex are also crimes that fall under Florida\u2019s prostitution and solicitation laws.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Child Pornography<\/h3>\n<p>Knowing possession, control, or viewing of child pornography is considered possession of child pornography in Florida and is illegal. Giving obscene material to a child or transmitting child pornography through a computer or other device are also criminal offenses.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Sexual Misconduct<\/h3>\n<p>Sexual misconduct can include sexual interactions with a patient, client, disabled person, inmate, or others in a vulnerable position by a person in a position of trust or power.<\/p>\n<p>If you are accused of any of these sex crimes, it is important that you take steps to protect your rights.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Steps to Take When You Have Been Accused of a Sex Crime<\/h2>\n<p>Although you might believe that under our criminal justice system, you are innocent until proven guilty, sex crimes often don\u2019t proceed that way. Even an unfounded accusation can ruin a person\u2019s professional and personal reputation. If you have been accused of one of the sex crimes listed above, you must begin building your defense immediately. Steps you should take right away include the following:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Call an Attorney<\/h3>\n<p>The first thing you should do is hire legal representation, even if you are innocent. Calling an attorney is not an indication of guilt. Instead, letting a lawyer take over communicating with the police and prosecutors is the smart thing to do.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Don\u2019t Talk to the Police<\/h3>\n<p>The less you say to the police before you talk to a lawyer, the better. Again, this does not mean you are guilty. Rather than trying to tell your side of the story at the time of your arrest, leave that up to your attorney.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Collect Evidence and Witnesses<\/h3>\n<p>Your lawyer will help you gather the evidence needed to prove your innocence. This may include creating a timeline, finding witnesses to corroborate your story, and securing lab tests.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Do Not Speak to the Accuser<\/h3>\n<p>People accused of sex crimes often think they can talk the accuser out of pressing charges, particularly if the accuser is someone they know. Don\u2019t make this mistake. You should never talk to the accuser about the charges.<\/p>\n<p>The most important takeaways here are to remain silent and call an attorney when you are facing a Florida sex crime.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Are You in Need of a\u00a0Florida Sex Crimes Defense Attorney?<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve been accused of a sex crime in Florida you need to speak with an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.izlegal.com\/bio\/daniel-izquierdo.cfm\">experienced sex crime\u00a0defense lawyer<\/a>\u00a0as soon as possible.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.izlegal.com\/contact.cfm\">Contact me online<\/a>\u00a0or call my Miami office at\u00a0<a href=\"tel:305-707-7345\"><strong>305.707.7345<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0today. We will discuss options for your defense and do everything we can to protect your rights and fight the charges.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Florida is tough on sex offenders, so it is vital that you take a sex crime accusation very seriously\u2014even if you are innocent and think the accusation will be dismissed. 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