Even if you do not think the charges against you are substantial, it is in your best interests to remember that the state prosecutor in Duval County or the county you were charged in is using what he or she deems as evidence to build a case. Bill Roelke defends the futures of men and women who have been charged with a sexual offense in Florida , including sexual battery. Johns County, or Nassau County.
Contact Roelke Law today by calling or sending an online message to learn more about how Bill Roelke can defend your future against such serious allegations in Jacksonville or the surrounding areas. During your initial consultation, Bill Roelke will help you understand the charges you face and examine the circumstances that led to the arrest for the alleged sexual battery offense.
Based on the unique details surrounding your case, he will help you understand your legal options and begin building a foundation for your defense. Contact Roelke Law to learn more. This is punishable by life in prison or death. However, this is a life felony that can be punished with up to 40 years in jail or life if the offender is less than 18 years old at the time of the offense.
An offender, who commits sexual battery on a child less than 12 years of age, has committed a life felony if he or she acts:. If the sexual battery was committed without the threat or use of a deadly weapon or severe force against a victim 12 years or older, the offender has committed a first degree felony offense when:. However, if the offender:. A person 24 years or older, who engages in sexual activity with a person 16 or 17 years of age, has committed a second degree felony offense.
This does not apply to people age 16 or 17 who have had disabilities of nonage removed under Florida Statutes Chapter If a person has been involved in a sexual battery offense alongside at least one other offender, he or she faces reclassification of the sexual battery offense. Note that this section does not apply to life or capital felonies. Bill Roelke can help defend your best interests and uphold your rights during investigation.
