SEX CRIMES

Protect Your Rights & Future Against Charges of Sex Crimes
Being accused of a sex crime is an extremely serious matter. In addition to prison time, potential lifetime sex offender registration, monetary fines, and probation, few crimes have the possibility of affecting your future more than sex crimes.
If you or a loved one has been accused of a sex crime, it’s time to hire a skilled legal professional to defend your rights and protect your future.
Child Sex Crimes
If you are facing an accusation of sexual misconduct against a child, it is vital to have an experienced criminal defense attorney that is 100% on your side. Litigation of these accusations involves extensive investigation, records requests, and consultation with experts.
You will often face obstacles to obtaining important records vital to your defense, such as juvenile court and psychiatric treatment records. You should seek representation from an attorney with experience in navigating these obstacles.
To get started on your defense and schedule your free initial consultation, please fill out this quick online form.
Some Possible Defenses in Child Sex Crime Cases
Contact our office for a free consultation, and we will discuss the possible defenses to your case. There are several circumstances under which children have fabricated allegations of sexual abuse. They may include:
- The child is retaliating against a stepparent or authority figure whom the child generally views as excessively strict
- The child is retaliating against a particular form of discipline
- They have been put up to it by another parent with whom the accused is engaged in a child custody battle
- The child heard about a similar allegation on TV, social media, or at school,
- The allegation of abuse has been suggested to the child by a trusted authority figure as an explanation for emotional or psychological difficulties that the child is experiencing
- Sometimes kids just make stuff up
Sex Crimes with Adult Accusers
The problems that a “believe victims” culture creates for the criminal defense of sexual abuse allegations are not unique to cases involving child accusers. Law enforcement, courts, and jurors tend to presume guilt in cases where the accuser is an adult. These charges may include any of the following:
- Penal Code section 243.4 – Sexual battery
- Penal Code section 261 – Rape when the victim is at least 18 and is incapable of giving consent due to a mental disorder or developmental or physical disability
- Penal Code section 262 – Spousal rape by force
- Penal Code section 264.1 – Aiding a rape or acts of penetration with a foreign object
- Penal Code section 266h – Pimping and pandering with a minor when the defendant violates (b) of Penal Code Sections 266h or (b) of 266i
- Penal Code section 266a – Rape, Abduction, Carnal Abuse of Children, and Seduction
- Penal Code section 314 – indecent exposure
- Penal Code section 647(a) – Lewd Conduct in Public
- Penal Code section 647(b) – Prostitution
In addition to jail time and monetary fines, many sex crimes require your name to be added to the sex offender registration system.
Learn More About the Tiered Sex Offender Registration System
Experienced, Aggressive Sex Crimes Defense Attorney
Having to register as a sex offender can have a devastating impact on future. You want to hire legal representation immediately when accused of committing a sex crime. Hiring a skilled attorney at the law offices of David Canty early on in the process can help you gauge the procedure, possible outcomes and strategize the best approaches.
With offices in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County, David Canty represents clients throughout Southern California.
David Canty has successfully handled hundreds of cases and will work diligently to help you achieve your best possible outcome.
To schedule your free initial consultation, please fill out this quick online form.
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HOW CAN WE HELP?
If you or a loved one needs help in one of the following areas, please fill out the form and someone from our office will respond as quickly as possible.

Protect Your Rights & Future Against Sex Crimes Charges
Being accused of a sex crime is an extremely serious matter. In addition to prison time, potential lifetime sex offender registration, monetary fines, and probation, few crimes have the possibility of affecting your future more than sex crimes.
If you or a loved one has been accused of a sex crime, it’s time to hire a skilled legal professional to defend your rights and protect your future.
Child Sex Crimes
If you are facing an accusation of sexual misconduct against a child, it is vital to have an experienced criminal defense attorney that is 100% on your side. Litigation of these accusations involves extensive investigation, records requests, and consultation with experts.
You will often face obstacles to obtaining important records vital to your defense, such as juvenile court and psychiatric treatment records. You should seek representation from an attorney with experience in navigating these obstacles.
To get started on your defense and schedule your free initial consultation, please fill out this quick online form.
Some Possible Defenses in Child Sex Crime Cases
Contact our office for a free consultation, and we will discuss the possible defenses to your case. There are several circumstances under which children have fabricated allegations of sexual abuse. They may include:
- The child is retaliating against a stepparent or authority figure whom the child generally views as excessively strict
- The child is retaliating against a particular form of discipline
- They have been put up to it by another parent with whom the accused is engaged in a child custody battle
- The child heard about a similar allegation on TV, social media, or at school,
- The allegation of abuse has been suggested to the child by a trusted authority figure as an explanation for emotional or psychological difficulties that the child is experiencing
- Sometimes kids just make stuff up
Sex Crimes with Adult Accusers
The problems that a “believe victims” culture creates for the criminal defense of sexual abuse allegations are not unique to cases involving child accusers. Law enforcement, courts, and jurors tend to presume guilt in cases where the accuser is an adult. These charges may include any of the following:
- Penal Code section 243.4 – Sexual battery
- Penal Code section 261 – Rape when the victim is at least 18 and is incapable of giving consent due to a mental disorder or developmental or physical disability
- Penal Code section 262 – Spousal rape by force
- Penal Code section 264.1 – Aiding a rape or acts of penetration with a foreign object
- Penal Code section 266h – Pimping and pandering with a minor when the defendant violates (b) of Penal Code Sections 266h or (b) of 266i
- Penal Code section 266a – Rape, Abduction, Carnal Abuse of Children, and Seduction
- Penal Code section 314 – indecent exposure
- Penal Code section 647(a) – Lewd Conduct in Public
- Penal Code section 647(b) – Prostitution
In addition to jail time and monetary fines, many sex crimes require your name to be added to the sex offender registration system.
Learn More About the Tiered Sex Offender Registration System
Experienced, Aggressive Sex Crimes Defense Attorney
Having to register as a sex offender can have a devastating impact on future. You want to hire legal representation immediately when accused of committing a sex crime. Hiring a skilled attorney at the law offices of David Canty early on in the process can help you gauge the procedure, possible outcomes and strategize the best approaches.
With offices in Los Angeles County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County, David Canty represents clients throughout Southern California.
David Canty has successfully handled hundreds of cases and will work diligently to help you achieve your best possible outcome.
To schedule your free initial consultation, please fill out this quick online form.
PRACTICE AREAS
HOW CAN WE HELP?
If you or a loved one needs help in one of the following areas, please fill out the form and someone from our office will respond as quickly as possible.