Orlando Sexual Assault Defense Attorney
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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 a lack of consent and usually also involve various other elements such as use of force, coercion, or victim incapacitation. Sexual assault charges often fall under violent crimes in Florida.
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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"Lyle kept me posted on all updates with my case and provided me with prompt returned calls with any questions I had."Lyle kept me posted on all updates with my case and provided me with prompt returned calls with any questions I had.- Mike S.
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"I highly recommend Mr. Mazin as your criminal defense attorney. He is committed and cares, another rarity in this world. My deepest thanks for proving my innocence. Sincerely."I highly recommend Mr. Mazin as your criminal defense attorney. He is committed and cares, another rarity in this world. My deepest thanks for proving my innocence. Sincerely.- Lorraine; Avvo
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"Results speak for themselves and his are innumerable."Results speak for themselves and his are innumerable.- T, Pomeroy
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"During entire process (till case was dismissed), he was there as a great lawyer, counselor, emotional supporter and great human being."During entire process (till case was dismissed), he was there as a great lawyer, counselor, emotional supporter and great human being.- A.P.
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"His work ethic and determination is what saved my brother and for that I am eternally grateful. Thank you Mr. Mazin!"His work ethic and determination is what saved my brother and for that I am eternally grateful. Thank you Mr. Mazin!- Sonia
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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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"His knowledge and communication skills about the law are great which really benefits in the courtroom!"His knowledge and communication skills about the law are great which really benefits in the courtroom!- M.M.I.A.
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"When push came to shove, Mr. Mazin was quick to defend my case and in the end we stood triumphant in the face of a falsified adversity."When push came to shove, Mr. Mazin was quick to defend my case and in the end we stood triumphant in the face of a falsified adversity.- S.R.
Where Experience Meets Excellence in Your Defense.
Serving Orlando, FL Since 2012