Title 18 U.S.C. § 2243
C.R.S. § 18-3-405
Probably the most aggressively prosecuted charge in Colorado is Sexual Assault on a Child. The State takes very seriously its duty to protect our children and rightly so. However, the incidence of false accusations of Sexual Assault on a Child is extremely high. Many times the accusations arise in the course of divorce or child custody proceedings where one parent is trying to gain a tactical advantage against the other spouse by alleging sexual abuse of the child.
In Federal and Colorado criminal courts a person could face up to a life sentence in prison for a conviction of committing Sexual Assault on a Child.
My firm conducts a thorough investigation in each case to determine whether the alleged victim was counseled to make false charges, whether the police "suggested" what happened to the alleged victim, whether the "outcry" is by a angry stepchild trying to punish a step-parent for being strict with the child. I consult with psychological experts and private investigators to compile a complete picture of what happened. Then I begin to build a defense by dismantling the prosecution's case and ensure that all relevant information is presented to the court.
The sentencing statutes for Sexual Assault on a Child are set out in different sections. It takes an attorney experienced in handling this type of case to ensure the client is treated fairly and compassionately. Many factors could make the difference between a sentence of life in prison and a sentence of a couple of years, between lifetime registration and the ability to be removed from the requirement to register. Sex offender treatment is mandatory in all cases. By acting quickly and doing a thorough investigation to uncover these factors, I am best able to defend my clients and ensure these penalties are proportionate and fair.
If you have been charged and, believe your not guilty of what you have been accused of doing, do NOT think things will just get straightened out by themselves. You DO need the guidance and assistance of an attorney experienced in handling this type of charge. The prosecutors will be aggressive and will seek the maximum punishment possible. You need an equally aggressive attorney to protect your rights.
Do not hesitate to contact the Law Office of David L. Owen, Jr. to protect your rights and aggressively defend against these very, very serious charges.
