Glendale Child Pornography Attorney
People accused of criminal offenses involving child pornography face harsh prosecution—even if they have no record of prior convictions for similar charges, or any criminal activity at all. Sentencing ranges for this offense can include 10 or more years of imprisonment. On top of this, aggravating factors can increase the sentencing to decades in prison.
It is crucial to take the charges seriously, but also to remember that you are innocent until proven guilty. If you face these allegations, don’t hesitate to seek every legal advantage by working with a skilled defense attorney. No matter what circumstances led to your charges, the Glendale child pornography lawyers at Grand Canyon Law Group are prepared to fight for your rights and reputation.
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HOW STATE LAW ADDRESSES CHILD PORN OFFENSES
Arizona addresses nearly all unlawful acts related to child pornography, or “sexual exploitation of a child,” under the same section of state law. “Sexual exploitation of a child” is defined as any visual depiction of someone under 18 engaging in sexual conduct or “exploitive exhibition of intimate areas.” Under Arizona Revised Statutes §13-3553, it is a Class 2 felony for a person to knowingly and intentionally produce, duplicate, sell, buy, receive, exchange, transmit electronically, or possess any instance of child pornography.
TYPES OF CHARGES FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF A MINOR
As our attorneys in Glendale can explain, A.R.S. §13-3552 specifically addresses commercial sexual exploitation of a child as a distinct offense. This charge involves any one or more of the following acts:
- Persuading, enticing, or coercing a minor into exposing any intimate area for financial gain
- Persuading, enticing, or coercing a minor to engage in or assist someone with engaging in sexual activity or exploitive exhibition with the purpose of photographing, filming, or otherwise creating a visual depiction of the act(s)
- Transporting or paying for the transportation of a minor within or across Arizona to facilitate prostitution or the creation of child pornography
- As the parent or guardian of a minor, knowingly permitting that minor to participate in the production of child pornography
- Advertising prostitution with any material constituting child pornography
This offense is also a Class 2 felony offense, but one with much harsher sentencing guidelines.
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PENALTIES AND SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS IN GLENDALE
A person convicted for any child pornography offense may face a wide range of prison time. Sentencing varies depending on any mitigating or aggravating factors, and whether the defendant has been convicted of the same or similar felony offenses before. Additionally, any child pornography offense involving unlawful depiction(s) of a child or children under 15 years old is subject to special sentencing guidelines under A.R.S. §13-705, which a knowledgeable lawyer in the area could further explain.
According to A.R.S. §13-3821, any person convicted of sexual exploitation of a child must register with the state of Arizona as a sex offender. With very limited exceptions, convicted offenders must re-register every year and update state authorities about any changes in address or online identifiers. This can negatively impact every aspect of a person’s life, making it crucial to consult a dedicated attorney at our firm on avoiding a child pornography conviction.
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DISCUSS LEGAL OPTIONS WITH A GLENDALE CHILD PORNOGRAPHY ATTORNEY
Being charged with sexually exploiting a child is a scary and upsetting experience. At Grand Canyon Law Group, we understand the sensitive nature of these types of cases and are here to provide the legal support you need to minimize the damage on your life.
If you face these types of charges, don’t panic. Your first priority should be to consult a Glendale child pornography lawyer as soon as possible. With the right legal counsel, you can create a defense strategy to protect your rights, reputation, and freedom against these serious accusations. Call us today for a private consultation.
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