This particular defendant was sentenced to federal prison by the Eastern District of Virginia. He was charged with several counts of possessing and producing child pornography. He was arrested for participating in and operating two websites that enticed and coerced...
Sex Crimes
Man sentenced to 10 years for possessing child pornography
Child pornography and exploitation charges are serious because of the inherent bias that everyone holds toward these offenses. Judges, juries, prosecutors and sometimes even your defense attorney will hold bias or distaste toward you. Don't let these feelings...
There is a national registry for sex offenders
In 2005, the federal government launched the National Sex Offender Public website as a way to connect the disparate lists maintained by state, tribal and territorial governments. The program was launched in response to sex offenders that travel between state lines and...
Prostitution is more than the oldest profession
Prostitution, despite some popular portrayals, is more than a simple transaction between a client and provider. It is done on the streets, in massage parlors, over the Internet or in someone's home. It is a complicated exchange that can implicate criminal conduct even...
A new bills requires colleges to crack down on sex offenses
Even after growing up in an era where "no means no," many young college students still lack the necessary knowledge when it comes to consent for sex. Many lawmakers and individuals also believe higher-level educational institutions have responded to sexual assault...
Understanding the legal system re sex crimes in Maryland
Being accused of criminal wrongdoing often has potentially long-lasting negative effects on a person's life. Especially when allegations involve sex crimes, the future of the accused may include having to register as an offender if a conviction is handed down. In...
Impactful part of sex crime sentencing: sex offender registry
When many people think of sentencing following criminal convictions, they think of prison sentences. Maybe they think of community service, probation or fines, too. But when it comes to a specific category of criminal offenses in Maryland, there is another highly...
When Homecoming Gets Out Of Hand
Homecoming is a time to cut loose, cheer on your school's football team and show your school pride at campus events and private parties. No one thinks it will end with criminal charges and possible expulsion from college. Unfortunately for some college students, that...
Advocating for young people facing charges as an adult, P.2
In our last post, we began speaking about young people who face the prospect of criminal charges. As we mentioned, in addition to juvenile courts waiving jurisdiction, there are certain types of cases in Maryland where juvenile courts do not have jurisdiction.These...
Advocating for young people facing charges as an adult, P.1
For those who are new to the criminal justice system, facing criminal charges can be a scary prospect, and navigating the system can be downright confusing. When the offender is a teenager, the feeling of overwhelm must be considerable. Teenage offenders, of course,...