New Jersey Internet Sex Crime Defense Attorney

Knowledgeable Computer Sex Crime Lawyer in Haddonfield, NJ Represents Clients Charged With Internet Sex Offenses in Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, and Throughout South Jersey

The truth is that people don’t always think about the consequences of typing words on a computer screen or “surfing the Web” for images or videos. However, just one wrong button pushed could result in you being charged with an internet sex crime that carries potentially severe criminal penalties, including prison time and heavy fines. In New Jersey, most internet sex crimes are classified as felonies – meaning that defendants may be subject to Megan’s Law sex offender registration requirements if they plead guilty or are convicted at trial. Moreover, NJ law enforcement authorities have been known to set up online sting operations and to monitor online social networking sites for evidence of criminal activity. The best way to protect yourself against potentially invasive and unconstitutional law enforcement tactics is to have a skilled South Jersey criminal defense lawyer on your side.

Have you been accused of an internet sex crime in Cherry Hill, Camden, Hammonton, Atlantic City, Monroe Township, or anywhere else in South Jersey? You need to speak with an experienced NJ sex crimes attorney immediately. Do not make the mistake of talking to an investigator without having a qualified attorney present. Contact New Jersey criminal lawyer Jill Cohen today to protect your rights and learn about your options.

NJ Criminal Charges: Child Pornography and Online Luring

Even the mere accusation of an internet sex crime can create havoc in your life: There is a social stigma that comes with any sex crime charge, and that could destroy your personal reputation and your professional aspirations. The attorney you choose to defend you against your charges should be knowledgeable about technology and know how to challenge discovery evidence in your case. South Jersey criminal defense attorney Jill Cohen utilizes computer experts to analyze data and evaluate evidence in internet sex crime cases. Moreover, Attorney Cohen understands how the NJ legal system works, so she can potentially challenge the constitutionality of the police search of your home and seizure of your computer.

One of the most common internet sex crimes in New Jersey is child pornography possession. Most child pornography charges are brought by prosecutors under N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4, the child endangerment statute. A person who engages in sexual conduct that would impair or debauch the morals of a minor can be charged with second-degree endangering the welfare of a child. This includes photographing or filming a child who is engaging in a prohibited sexual act or simulating a prohibited sexual act. A person who knowingly distributes an image or video of a child being abused or exploited can also be charged with a second-degree felony.

Another common internet sex crime in NJ is the online luring of minors. An adult who tries to arrange a meeting with a child for the purpose of engaging in sexual activity can potentially be charged with a felony and face significant criminal penalties that include jail time. In fact, even communicating with a minor on the internet in a lewd manner is prohibited by New Jersey law.

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New Jersey Internet Sex Crimes Lawyer Helps Clients Facing Computer Sex Crime Charges in South Jersey

A conviction for an internet sex crime could lead to the loss of your freedom for a very long time. That’s why it is imperative that you speak with a New Jersey criminal defense attorney who possesses the legal understanding, the resources, and the experience needed to help you beat your charges and avoid the most severe penalties. Contact the Law Offices of Jill R. Cohen today to discuss your case over the phone or to schedule a free consultation at the firm’s office in Westmont, New Jersey.