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.
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Serving Orlando, FL Since 2012
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"Would highly recommend him for any and all of your issues."Always heard great things about Lyle and he did not disappoint. He handled a traffic citation for me and got all points dropped. Thanks again Lyle.- Herman C.
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"Not only is he professional but he is also someone you can talk to on a personal level which is rare with attorneys."Not only is he professional but he is also someone you can talk to on a personal level which is rare with attorneys.- Tyler S.
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"My son and I highly recommend Mr. Mazin as your criminal defense attorney and guarantee you he will work hard to get the best possible outcome for your charges as he did with my son."My son and I highly recommend Mr. Mazin as your criminal defense attorney and guarantee you he will work hard to get the best possible outcome for your charges as he did with my son.- R.S.D.
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"Thanks Lyle and Taylor!!!"I had the pleasure of hiring Mazin Law for a situation I was going through. Attorney Taylor and Lyle brought me into their family (so to speak) and represented my case until it was dismissed. The care and compassion they showed to their occupation and my case, was second to none. The firm was always available to answer any questions or concerns that I had during this process. They kept me updated with any changes that occurred regarding my case, up till the moment I could breathe a sign of relief, when my case officially was dismissed. I would recommend Mazin Law to anyone, and I could not be happier with my decision to trust the staff with my well being.- Charles S.
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"We are very glad that we choose him to represent our case so we have peace of mind."We are very glad that we choose him to represent our case so we have peace of mind.- W.N.
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"He is honest, dependable and a man of his word."He is honest, dependable and a man of his word.- W.L.
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"If you need a criminal defense, and if you care about professionalism, expertise, and most importantly, good results, then I highly recommend contacting the Mazin Law Firm."If you need a criminal defense, and if you care about professionalism, expertise, and most importantly, good results, then I highly recommend contacting the Mazin Law Firm.- P.C.
Where Experience Meets Excellence in Your Defense.
Serving Orlando, FL Since 2012