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Sexual Abuse and Domestic Violence Charges in California

By Walin & Klarich

I am falsely accused of sexual abuse and/or domestic violence. Do I need a sexual abuse attorney and/or a domestic violence attorney? Sexual abuse in California is not a specific charge, but a blanket term for many criminal charges that have to do with unwanted or inappropriate sexual contact. Criminal charges that might be considered sexual abuse include: Any sexual contact with a child, especially long-term contactRape, including spousal rapeSexual penetrationAny other sexual contact achieved through force, threats or duressIncestPhysical abuse with a sexual component The penalties for these charges vary, but they are usually severe. In many cases, those convicted face lifelong requirements to register as a sex offender, as well as prison, fines and other conventional penalties...continue to full post

Full post as published by Southern California Criminal Defense Blog on February 12, 2009 (boomark / email).