Athens Sex Crime Defense Attorney
Have an Advocate for Your Side
There are many different sex crimes in Athens that people are charged with,
but they all have one thing in common: being convicted of any sex crime
can ruin your life, and the lives of your loved ones. You must have an
aggressive Athens criminal defense attorney on your side from the minute
you become aware you are facing such charges, as your future and your
freedom hang in the balance.
Some of the more common sex crime charges that Athens residents face include:
Being convicted of any of these can result in substantial fines and prison time, but some of these charges are more serious and therefore carry stricter penalties than others.
Learn more about how you can defend against these charges by calling (706) 705-5122. Our firm works with potential clients to help come up with affordable payment plans.
Sexual Assault
Sexual assault is defined in Georgia as any sexual contact by a person who has authority over another individual. Even if the alleged victim gives consent, a person may still be charged with sexual assault if the accused has authority over the other person (as in a doctor patient relationship). If you are found guilty of sexual assault, you face between one and 25 years in prison, and fines of up to $100,000. If the alleged victim is under the age of 16, you are facing a 25-50 year prison term. You may also be required to register as a sex offender after you serve your prison terms, which can have a permanent effect on your ability to find a job or place to live once you are released from prison.
Rape
You can be charged with rape in Athens if you are accused of having sexual intercourse with another individual against his or her will. Rape is a very serious crime and carries severe penalties if you are convicted. To be charged with rape, you do not need to be accused of using force to sexually penetrate the victim (although if you are accused of using force, you will most certainly face rape charges). You can also face rape charges if you have sexual intercourse with a person who is unconscious, asleep, intoxicated, or drugged.
Aggravated Sodomy
You can be charged with aggravated sodomy in Athens if somebody accuses you of forcing them to submit to any sexual act involving sex organs and either the mouth or the anus. If convicted of aggravated sodomy, you face a prison term of 25 years to life. If you are released from prison while alive, you will then have to register as a sex offender, which will affect any potential future employment and could make it difficult for you to find a place to live.
Sexual Battery
You may be charged with sexual battery if somebody accuses you of touching their genitals (or buttocks or breasts) without consent. This is usually a misdemeanor charge, although if you are accused of committing a sexual battery against somebody under the age of 16, you will be charged with felony sexual battery. Felony sexual battery carries a potential for a one to five year prison term, in addition to fines and probation. If you are convicted even of misdemeanor sexual battery, you will have a permanent criminal record that cannot be expunged.
Aggravated Sexual Battery
Aggravated sexual battery charges are brought when a person is accused of using a foreign object (not a body part) to penetrate the genitalia or anus of another, without consent. This is a very serious offense to be charged with, and can result in a prison term of 25 years to life, in addition to heavy fines and probation. If convicted of aggravated sexual battery, you will also be required to be a registered sex offender after your release from prison.
Contact An Athens Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer
Athens Criminal Defense Attorney J. Lee Webb is not just an experienced in defending clients against claims of marijuana possession and DUI, but he is also an experienced and successful sex crimes criminal defense attorney.
Call (706) 705-5122 today without further delay; J. Lee Webb is a criminal defense attorney in Athens, GA who starts helping clients immediately.
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We have over 25 years of legal experience.
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Criminal Defense Client
He is knowledgeable and very professional.
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DUI Client
This was a first-time DUI (0.08), first-ever offense of any sort. I was referred to Lee by a lawyer friend. Lee and Alisa (his assistant) did an outstanding job of guiding me through the process from first contact all the way through trial (that never occu
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Kevin W. / DUI Client
Lee did an amazing job on my case. He asked me to walk through all of the details of what had happened and then studied the police reports in great detail. Once we went to court it was clear from the beginning that the judges and prosecutors really respect
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DUI Client
Once I came into contact with Mr. Webb after facing an arrest for driving under the influence, I knew he was the man I could trust to help me when it came to the law. He simplified the legal process and was successfully able to reduce the charge I was pres
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DUI Client
As soon as I was charged with a DUI, I reached out to Lee Webb for representation—and my experience could not be more ideal. He immediately initiated an appeal for my administrative license suspension and reached out to the prosecutors for negotiation. Les
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DUI Client
The court kept pushing out my case date, but after three years, Lee was able to get it dismissed. I would recommend Lee to anyone facing criminal charges—even if you think it is an open-and-shut case, there are a number of factors that can change the outco
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Criminal Defense Client
I immediately researched defense lawyers and scheduled a free consultation with Lee Webb. As soon as I walked into his office, I felt relieved. While the situation was embarrassing, Lee treated me with respect and helped me through the process. He was alwa
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Criminal Defense Client
Lee and his team kept me updated throughout the entire process, and were always available if I had any questions. Lee was brutally honest and was true to his word during my proceedings. I am very satisfied with his representation as well as the results of
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Criminal Defense Client
I cannot say enough about Lee Webb. From start to finish, he made a miserable experience tolerable. Each employee I worked with – including with the individual who answered the phone on weekends—was top notch and beyond pleasant. The team kept me informed