How Do You Beat Sex Charges in Minnesota - 4 Steps to Success

Is it possible? The short answer is yes.  It is possible to beat sex charges in Minnesota. However, just hoping things will go away simply isn’t the answer. The world doesn’t work like that. You must understand that your rights, your career, your livelihood, your family, your whole life is on the line. You must also take proactive steps immediately. While there are a lot of steps that are necessary, there are four that you should take now.  

1. Sit down with an experienced sex crimes criminal defense attorney

Having somebody in your corner to guide you, warn you about mistakes and pitfalls, and just let you know what is coming may be critical. In the criminal justice system, there may be no single charge that is more difficult to face than a sexual assault charge.  Equally, sex charges are taken so seriously in Minnesota that sentencing can dwarf even murder charges so the threat can be very real. Sex charges may include anything from Criminal Sexual Conduct in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd 4th, or 5th degree. In addition, they may include Date Rape, Statutory Rape, Child Pornography, Prostitution, Sex Trafficking, Sex Crime Sting Operation Charges, Indecent Exposure, Sexual Extortion, and more. Contact St. Paul based Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation.

2. Do not discuss your case with anybody else.  

When we say nobody, we mean it. First and foremost, the police are not your friends, aren’t trying to help you, and don’t simply want to get your side of the story. They are building a case and they want you to help them build it. Do not fall for that. Second, do not talk to anybody else including the accuser in this case. Anything that you say could be misunderstood, misconstrued, and used against you. This is critical. Talking to an experienced criminal defense lawyer is confidential and maybe the most important move you make at this stage. Also, it is critical to understand what kinds of sex charges you might face.

“The police are not your friends, aren’t trying to help you, and don’t simply want to get your side of the story. They are building a case and they want you to help them build it. Do not fall for that.”

Sex charges may include anything from Minnesota Criminal Sexual Conduct in the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th degree.  In addition, they may include Date Rape, Statutory Rape, Child Pornography, Prostitution, Sex Trafficking, Sex Crime Sting Operation Charges, Indecent Exposure, Sexual Extortion, and more. 

3. Do not wait for charges to come

It is almost always true that the earlier you can talk to an experienced Minnesota sex crimes lawyer, the better. Before charges, your lawyer can protect you from police interrogations and tricks and may also be able to get ahead of the investigation or at least understand what is happening and what may be coming in the near future. St. Paul based Sex Crimes Lawyer Jack Rice Defense regularly represents people before they have been charged with sexual assault allegations and has successfully been able to avoid the charges themselves.

If you are or might be facing sex charges, it is easy to feel paralyzed. After all, it is not just about your freedom. It can also be about your reputation, your livelihood, your family, and more. You should also remember that almost all sex crimes come with a mandatory sexual predator registration requirement.   However, you should know that all is not lost.  

4. Hire a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and experienced criminal defense counsel who can create a comprehensive defense

It is important to remember that just because somebody said you did something doesn’t mean it’s true. People make false allegations all of the time and it is possible to beat a sex crime allegation.  However, it doesn’t happen magically or without effort. And frequently, justice doesn’t just “prevail.” It takes experience, expertise, talent, education, the right facts, and the right lawyer.  

St. Paul based Sex Crimes Attorney Jack Rice has been fighting sex crimes allegations in Minnesota for decades and has an award-winning track record.  Don’t just put your representation into anybody’s hands.  Go with the best. Sex Crimes lawyer Jack Rice is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and has an award winning track record. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.