Las Vegas Sexual Assault On A Minor Lawyer
Sexual assault on a minor is highly severe allegation that can result in imprisonment for life without the possibility of parole. Being convicted of such a crime will require the defendant to register as a sex offender for life and can prohibit the individual from obtaining a job and living in certain areas. Read the information to learn more about sexual assault on a minor, its penalties and its defenses.
What constitutes sexual assault on a minor?
NRS 200.366 defines sexual assault as anyone who “subjects another person to sexual penetration, or forces another person to make a sexual penetration on himself or herself or another, or on a beast, against the will of the victim…” While sexual assault is simply defined as forcing someone to have sex against his/her will,sexual assault on a minor is a much more serious claim. An individual can be charged still be charged with sexual assault on a minor even if the minor consented to the sex.
Penalties for sexual assault on a minor charges in Las Vegas:
If the child is 15 or 16 years of age and sustains substantial bodily harm, you are guilty of a category A felony and will be punished:
- Imprisonment for life without possibility of parole.
If the child is 15 or 16 years of age and does not sustain substantial bodily harm, you are guilty of a category A felony and will be punished:
- Imprisonment for life with possibility of parole after a minimum of 25 years have been served.
If the child is under 14 years of age and sustains substantial bodily harm, you are guilty of a category A felony and will be punished:
- Imprisonment for life without possibility of parole.
If the child is under 14 years of age and does not sustain substantial bodily harm, you are guilty of a category A felony and will be punished:
- Imprisonment for life with possibility of parole after a minimum of 35 years have been served.
If you have been previously convicted of sexual assault in another state and were then convicted in Nevada of sexual assault, you are guilty of a category A felony and will be punished:
- Imprisonment for life without possibility of parole.
Defenses to sexual assault on a minor charges:
- False allegations. Under certain circumstances, victims will falsely accuse the individual of sexually assaulting him/her due to jealousy, anger or even revenge.
Sexual assault on a minor charges are extremely serious and require an experienced Las Vegas criminal lawyer to handle the case. If you or anyone you know has been charged with sexual assault on a minor, it is important that you contact a qualified attorney who can get you the results you deserve. Contact Adrian Lobo today at 702-290-8998 to schedule a consultation.
