An Experienced Defense For Child Pornography Charges In California
Child pornography charges are among the most serious charges someone can face. Whether you have already been charged or you suspect that you may soon be, you need an experienced lawyer – fast.
Attorney Darryl Exum has been defending clients in Riverside and San Bernardino against child pornography and other sex crimes for more than 30 years. He knows that no two cases are exactly alike, and will treat you with dignity. When you want a carefully crafted defense, Exum Law Offices can help.
What Is Considered Child Pornography In California?
In California, child pornography is any material that shows sexual activity or conduct by someone under 18. This includes content that a minor creates on their own and shares with a friend. Penal Code § 311 makes it illegal to knowingly:
- Produce child pornography
- Duplicate child pornography
- Encourage or coerce a minor to participate in child pornography production
- Possess child pornography
- Advertise, sell or distribute child pornography
- Share child pornography with others
Depending upon the charges, you could face thousands of dollars in fines and years behind bars. In addition, you face mandatory registration as a “tier one” sex offender, possibly for life.
How Can A California Child Pornography Lawyer Help You?
It is important to remember that the prosecution has to prove that a defendant knowingly engaged in a child pornography-related crime to secure a conviction. In many cases, it is possible to prove that a defendant had no idea that the pornographic content was illegal.
Other times, charges may be attacked on the basis that they are not warranted, such as when the so-called “pornography” involves harmless photos of a child taken by a parent or photos that are artistic, not obscene. Every case is unique, so your defense strategy will be tailored to your specific situation.
Let Exum Law Offices Defend Your Future
You can schedule a free, confidential initial consultation with attorney Darryl Exum by calling 951-934-0227 or emailing today. He cares deeply about the rights of all his clients – and their futures.