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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"He gave me my life back, my job back, and I never lost my freedom. Again, Outstanding!"He gave me my life back, my job back, and I never lost my freedom. Again, Outstanding!- R.G.
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"I interviewed with 10+ lawyers before settling on him and I couldn't be happier with my decision."I interviewed with 10+ lawyers before settling on him and I couldn't be happier with my decision.- Justin Williams
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"Took a very dark time, continued to reassure me and gave me hope. I was back to work in 90 days."Took a very dark time, continued to reassure me and gave me hope. I was back to work in 90 days.- Rich G.
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"I felt like I had someone that actually cared, on my side and fighting for me against a system that’s anything but just at times."I felt like I had someone that actually cared, on my side and fighting for me against a system that’s anything but just at times.- J.N.
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"If you are in need of criminal defense counsel, I highly recommend Mazin Law without reservation. Thanks Lyle!"If you are in need of criminal defense counsel, I highly recommend Mazin Law without reservation. Thanks Lyle!- K.A.
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Where Experience Meets Excellence in Your Defense.
Serving Orlando, FL Since 2012