Orlando Sexual Assault Defense Attorney
Call for Legal Guidance You Can Rely On
Sexual assault includes rape, sexual abuse, or sexual battery (Florida no longer distinguishes between rape and sexual battery, except for statutory rape). Attorney Mazin is an experienced trial lawyer who has successfully handled thousands of cases. Retain the services of an advocate who has been selected for inclusion – numerous times – in the list of Super Lawyers®.
Our firm is available 24/7 to provide you with legal counsel. Contact us today to learn more about your options!
How Sentencing Works
Sexual assault involves any touching of one’s genitals with the mouth, anus, or genitals of another, or oral, anal, or vaginal penetration with the genitals. These crimes all share lack of consent and usually also involve various other elements such as use of force, coercion, or victim incapacitation.
Sentencing for sexual assault works as follows:
- If a deadly weapon or physical force is used, you can face a life felony.
- Parents and guardians charged with the sexual assault of a minor in their care can face a felony in the first or third degree, depending on the age of the victim and the extent of the assault.
- If the victim was physically helpless, drugged, or mentally or physically handicapped or if you, the alleged offender, threatened use of force or retaliation or are a law enforcement officer, you can be charged with a first degree felony.
If you are charged with a felony in the first degree, you can face up to 30 years in state prison and / or a fine up to $10,000. You can face heightened penalties if the crime of sexual assault resulted in serious bodily injury. Retaining an experienced Orlando sex crimes lawyer can mean the difference between spending time in jail and having your charges dismissed.
See What Our Clients Say: Real Stories, Real Results
Serving Orlando, FL Since 2012
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"He is able to navigate around the legal system to get me better results than any other attorney I have dealt with."He is able to navigate around the legal system to get me better results than any other attorney I have dealt with.- R.E.
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"Lyle is dedicated to his craft."He carries a family tradition in law with respect and pride. I am lucky to know him. If you are seeking proper criminal defense in central Florida look no further than Mazin Law. He turned down a gift for his gracious complimentary initial consultation. Thank you Lyle.- Collin C.
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"Finally, I spent 3 days at the courthouse observing Lyle Mazin in an actual trial. He was very impressive. He is the epitome of a trial attorney."Finally, I spent 3 days at the courthouse observing Lyle Mazin in an actual trial. He was very impressive. He is the epitome of a trial attorney.- T.C.
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"He made me feel like an actual person, instead of just another number in someone else's book."He made me feel like an actual person, instead of just another number in someone else's book.- M.A.
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"He kept criminal charges from ever being filed, and even after he wanted to help. No charges were filed, no arrests were made, and I was not kicked out of college."He kept criminal charges from ever being filed, and even after he wanted to help. No charges were filed, no arrests were made, and I was not kicked out of college.- Former Client; Avvo
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"I can't thank him enough for everything that he did. I highly recommend Lyle Mazin"I can't thank him enough for everything that he did. I highly recommend Lyle Mazin- E.N.
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"We all deserve a chance to learn and move forward and he makes sure you're allowed that opportunity."We all deserve a chance to learn and move forward and he makes sure you're allowed that opportunity.- Ashley Caicedo; Google
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"He fought for me the whole way, better than any lawyer you've ever seen on any T.V. drama."He fought for me the whole way, better than any lawyer you've ever seen on any T.V. drama.- JonPaul; Avvo