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As the owner, founder, and managing attorney of Noorishad Law, P.C., Kaveh concentrates his practice in criminal and civil litigation across Virginia. Committed to helping people through difficult legal matters, he offers a free initial consultation.
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When a person has been accused of sexual misconduct, their entire life can be turned upside down. Because of the serious nature of these accusations, the claims made by alleged victims can spread to nearly everyone a person knows, including their family members, close friends, people in their community, their employer, and their colleagues. The loss of a job because of sex crime allegations can affect a person's income, and loved ones may no longer want to speak to them. All of this can happen before an arrest occurs or a person is officially charged with a crime.
While the personal and social impact of sex crime allegations can be serious, the criminal charges that may apply may have the largest impact. A person may be facing a prison sentence that could last for years or decades. Even after serving a sentence, they may be designated as a sex offender, which could limit their opportunities and place restrictions on them for years, possibly even lasting for the rest of their life.
To limit the potential effects of sex crime charges, a person will need to take the right steps after learning about an investigation. One of the most important things to do is to secure representation from an attorney who can defend against a conviction. At Noorishad Law, P.C., we can provide the defense needed during every stage of a case, from early police questioning through a criminal trial. Our lawyer understands how these cases are handled by prosecutors and how to build a strong defense based on physical evidence, digital records, and statements made by witnesses. He will treat every client with dignity and without judgment while working to have charges dismissed or secure an acquittal whenever possible.
An investigation of an alleged sex crime may begin well before a person is arrested. A detective may call a person and ask them to answer some questions, or they may take other steps to gather evidence. Anything a person says during conversations with police can become evidence. The best way a person can protect their rights is to decline to answer any questions or turn over any information to police without first speaking to a lawyer.
Our attorney can make sure a client avoids making damaging statements or doing anything else that could be incriminating. By taking the right steps early in an investigation, he may be able to prevent sex crime charges from being filed at all.
Accusations of sexual assault could lead to charges of sexual battery or rape. These accusations may occur in many different situations. Some cases may involve disputes over consent after a date or a party in which both people had been drinking and remember events differently. Other cases may involve accusations made during a divorce, a child custody dispute, a breakup, or a workplace conflict.
In cases where a person is accused of sexual assault involving unwanted contact with intimate body parts, charges of sexual battery may apply. This offense is defined in Virginia Code § 18.2-67.4, and it may involve allegations of the use of force to commit sexual contact or other forms of sexual contact without consent. Sexual battery is usually classified as a Class 1 misdemeanor, and a person convicted could be sentenced to up to 12 months in jail while facing a maximum fine of $2,500.
In certain situations, a person could be charged with aggravated sexual battery due to accusations of sexual contact with a victim younger than 13 years old, the use of a weapon, or causing a serious injury. A situation where an alleged victim was intoxicated or incapacitated may also lead to aggravated sexual battery charges. A conviction for this offense, which is classified as a felony, could lead to a prison sentence lasting for up to 20 years, as well as a maximum fine of $100,000.
Sexual assault charges are likely to be more serious in cases involving allegations of sexual intercourse that occurred without the consent of the alleged victim. Under Virginia Code § 18.2-61, a person could be charged with rape based on accusations that they used force, made threats, or otherwise acted without consent. Intercourse with a victim who was allegedly unconscious or incapacitated may also lead to charges of rape. Any sexual intercourse with a child younger than 13 years old can be considered rape, regardless of consent. A person who is convicted of rape could be sentenced to a minimum of five years and a maximum of life in prison.
Virginia has no statute of limitations for felony offenses. Charges involving rape, object sexual penetration, or child pornography may be filed by prosecutors many years after an event allegedly occurred. Most misdemeanor offenses must be prosecuted within one year, but some offenses involving allegations of sex crimes against minors may have longer time limits.
If an alleged victim of a sex crime changes their story, this will not automatically result in the dismissal of charges. The prosecutor, not the accuser, will decide whether to continue with a case. However, inconsistent statements from witnesses can weaken the case against a person, and our lawyer can highlight these issues when defending against a conviction.
Sex offender registration may apply in certain sex crime cases, but you will not be required to register unless you are convicted. The registration requirements will generally go into effect after you are released from prison. Sex offenders are required to report to law enforcement in the location where they live and keep their information updated regularly. They may also face restrictions on where they can live, the types of jobs they can hold, and other areas of their life.
Charges of sexual assault that involve allegations that a person used an object to penetrate the body of the alleged victim are generally treated the same as rape. These accusations may involve a variety of objects, including a person's finger. When object sexual penetration allegedly involved the use of force, threats against the alleged victim, a victim who was allegedly helpless, or a child younger than 13 years old, a person who is convicted could face a sentence in prison lasting from five years to life.
Criminal charges related to sexually explicit images of minors carry harsh penalties in Virginia. Offenses related to child pornography may involve allegations that a person possessed images or videos of minors engaging in sexual activity. The charges are likely to be even more serious if a person is accused of distributing child pornography to others, selling these materials online or in other situations, or being involved in producing child pornography.
These cases usually depend on computer evidence, since child pornography may be accessed over the internet, downloaded to a device, or made available to others through email or file-sharing apps. Depending on who had access to a shared device, whether files were downloaded on purpose, whether file-sharing software or malware led to files being downloaded without a person's knowledge, and whether police followed the proper procedures when executing a search warrant, a variety of defenses may be available to people who have been accused of child pornography offenses.
If someone has accused you of a sex crime, this does not mean you will be found guilty. You deserve to have a strong defense against these charges. At Noorishad Law, P.C., our lawyer can protect your rights and your reputation while working to prevent a conviction that could have an impact on your future. Contact our Burke, Virginia sex crime charges attorney at 703-542-4500 to schedule a free consultation and get the legal help you need.
People in Burke who face criminal charges will usually have their cases heard at the Fairfax County Circuit Court, located at:
We represent clients in Fairfax County from our office in McLean, located at:
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McLean, VA 22102
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From our office in McLean, VA, Noorishad Law, P.C. provides legal help to clients and their families throughout the area, including Fairfax County, Arlington County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Ashburn, Broadlands, Burke, Cascades, Centreville, Dale City, Dumfries, Fairfax, Falls Church, Gainesville, Haymarket, Herndon, Lake Ridge, Leesburg, Manassas, Montclair, Occoquan, Purcellville, Quantico, Reston, Stafford, South Riding, Springfield, Sterling, Stone Ridge, Sugarland Run, Tysons Corner, Vienna, Woodbridge, and Woodburn.
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