Sexual Offenses

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Sex Crime Defense Attorneys

Evidence and intent are key components of any sex crime case. As a result, how police and forensic technicians handle hair, fiber, blood and DNA evidence is crucial. Failure to properly secure and process a sex crime scene can mean the difference between conviction and dismissal. At the law office of The Law Office of Marc Shelowitz and Andrew Coffey, our lawyers consult forensic specialists, DNA experts, hair and fiber analysts and other investigative professionals to challenge the prosecution's case against our client. When there is no question of sexual contact between our client and the alleged victim, we work with psychologists and medical experts in determining if an illicit or prescription drug/alcohol addiction or mental condition could have resulted in false allegations against our client.

Never assume that sex crimes allegations are "open and shut cases" - even when the prosecution claims it has significant evidence against you. Contact the sex crimes defense attorneys at The Law Office of Marc Shelowitz and Andrew Coffey today and schedule a free, confidential consultation to discuss your case.

Criminal Sexual Offenses

The law office of The Law Office of Marc Shelowitz and Andrew Coffey represents clients facing the following kinds of criminal sexual charges:

• Sexual assault
• Rape
• Statutory rape
• Date rape
• Child abuse / molestation
• Online solicitation of a minor
• Child pornography
• Indecent exposure

Determining what happened - Problems in Sex Crimes Prosecutions

How police collect evidence and handle an investigation in sex crimes cases is crucial. In cases involving allegations of child molestation, police or social workers may end up planting ideas in children by using dolls, picture drawing and other suggestive methods. In date rape cases, alleged victims may come to believe they've been raped due to the coaxing or suggestions of an investigator. In a similar manner, actions on the part of investigators in chat rooms may be considered entrapment.

In defending clients, The Law Office of Marc Shelowitz and Andrew Coffey meticulously reviews the actions of investigators, police, and forensic technicians. Our attorneys identify lapses in the chain of evidence, questionable interrogation techniques and hearsay testimony from witnesses. We ask that our client's accuser be subjected to a psychological evaluation and review his or her medical record in order to identify depression, schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, substance abuse or other medical conditions that could have played a role in making false allegations against our client.

Contact Sexual Offenses Lawyers at The Law Office of Marc Shelowitz and Andrew Coffey

Conviction for a sex crime will require you to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life - never mind the impact it will have on your reputation, your family and your future. Regardless of whether you have already been arrested or are under investigation, it's essential that you retain legal counsel as soon as possible to protect yourself.

To schedule a free, confidential consultation to discuss your case, contact the sex crimes defense attorneys at The Law Office of Marc Shelowitz and Andrew Coffey today.