Criminal Fondling

Criminal Law - Fondling

Definition:

Fondling is the touching of the private parts of another person for the purpose of sexual gratification, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or, not forcibly fondling and/or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her youth or because of his/her temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity. There is also Sex Offenses-Non-Forcible which is unlawful, non-forcible sexual intercourse (limited to Incest and Statutory Rape).

Consequences of Fondling:

Although fondling is of a lower degree in the sex crime family, it is still punishable and against the law. A person charged with fondling can automatically be labeled as a sex offender. Being listed in the sex offender registration has devastating consequences and can ruin a person's life.

What a Lawyer can do for you:

Criminal defense lawyers are critical in any sex crime situation, especially with fondling cases because in many situations they have been charged as sexual molestation cases which have more consequences. If you are charged with fondling or any other sex crime, you deserve an opportunity to explain your side of the story and the right to hire a criminal defense lawyer with experience.

Lawyer Referral Service:

Attorney Search Network can refer you to criminal defense lawyer with experience in sex crimes cases. If you are accused of the sex crime of fondling call Attorney Search Network now and we can help you find a criminal defense lawyer experienced in handling sex crime cases.



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