Sexual Predator

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Sexual predator status is one of the most restrictive and serious classifications under Florida law and is saved for the most serious of sex-related crimes. Anyone facing an allegation that could subject them to sexual predator status must do everything they can to protect their interests. At the Mayberry Law Firm, our Tampa sex crimes lawyer understands the ins and outs of these allegations and what it takes to effectively defend against these cases. We have successfully negotiated charges to ensure that our clients are not labeled as sexual predators. 

What Is Sexual Predator Status in North Carolina?

Florida Statute § 775.21 is the law that governs sexual predator designations. Within that statute, the Florida legislature made it a point to emphasize the perceived high risk a sexual predator poses for committing a sex crime, and the apparent need for separate and accelerated monitoring of those deemed sexual predators. Those monitored as sex offenders face extreme restrictions of their liberty. Predator status incorporates these liberty restrictions and also requires that the community is notified of your status. 

In addition to being listed on public websites and lists, local sheriff and police agencies will notify those in your county of your presence. Within 48 hours of receiving notification of a sexual predator’s presence in the community, the local sheriff or police agency must notify every childcare facility and school within a one-mile residence of the predator’s residence.

What Crimes Can Make You a Sexual Predator Under NC Law?

Sexual predator status arises when someone commits a capital, life, or first-degree felony violation or any attempt to kidnap or falsely imprison a minor, commit a sexual battery, commit a lewd and lascivious offense upon one under 16 years old, or buys or sells minors.

• Additionally, if you have two convictions from the list below, you could face sexual predator status. 
• Human trafficking 
• Kidnapping a child under 13 years old 
• False imprisonment of a child under 13 years old 
• Luring or enticing a child under 13 years old 
• Sexual battery
• Unlawful sex with certain minors 
• Procuring a person less than 18 years old for prostitution 
• Buying or selling a minor for prostitution
• Lewd and lascivious offenses on or in the presence of a person younger than 16 years of age
• Video voyeurism by one 18 years old or older upon a child less than 16 years old per 
• Lewd and lascivious conduct upon or in the presence of an elderly person 
• Sexual performance by a child 
• Computer pornography involving a minor
• Traveling to meet a minor
• Buying or selling minors
• Sexual misconduct

If you have a prior sex crime conviction and are facing one of the above offenses, it is imperative that you are represented by an experienced Tampa sex crimes lawyer who will do everything to protect your future. 

Speak With a Dedicated Tampa Bay Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

Nothing short of the death penalty is taken more seriously by the State Attorney’s office than those crimes that can result in a sexual predator status. To be blunt, if you find yourself staring down the barrel of a situation like this, there is no choice but to retain aggressive representation to make every effort to prevent this status from being attached to your name. The sex crimes attorneys at The Mayberry Law Firm will make every effort to do just that. We have decades of experience fighting on behalf of clients charged with serios sex crimes. Jason Mayberry routinely represents clients in and out of court, in negotiations and at trial, zealously pursuing the best possible outcome in even the toughest cases. To learn more, and to schedule a free consultation today, call the Mayberry Law Firm at 813-444-7435. You can also connect with us through our secure online contact form.