Sex Crimes
Illinois criminal law prohibits sexual conduct that involves force, threats, lack of consent, or exploitation of vulnerable individuals such as minors or people under another person’s authority. Law enforcement may arrest you for forcing another person to engage in sexual activity or for other prohibited conduct, including solicitation of commercial sex or possession or distribution of child sexual abuse material.
Sex crime allegations in the northwest suburbs of Chicago can lead to serious criminal penalties and long-term consequences. If you’re facing these charges, working with a DuPage County defense lawyer who understands how to challenge the prosecution’s case can make a meaningful difference in the outcome. Contact Steve Roach Law Offices to schedule a free initial case review with a sex crimes defense lawyer and learn about your legal options. From our offices in Schaumburg, Chicago, and Wheaton, we proudly serve clients in Park Ridge, Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Palatine, Mount Prospect, Rolling Meadows, and other communities in Chicago’s northwest suburbs and greater DuPage County.
Common Sex Crime Cases Our Law Firm Handles in Cook, DuPage, Lake and Kane County, Illinois
At Steve Roach Law Offices, our law firm can advocate for your rights and reputation when you face prosecution for sex crimes, including:
- Criminal sexual assault (committing an act of sexual penetration with the force or threat of force or upon a victim unable to understand the nature of the act or to give consent)
- Criminal sexual abuse (committing an act of sexual conduct with the force or threat of force or upon a victim unable to understand the nature of the act or to give consent)
- Indecent solicitation of a child (soliciting a child to perform an act of sexual penetration or conduct)
- Indecent solicitation of an adult (soliciting an adult to commit an act of sexual penetration or conduct with a child)
- Sexual exploitation of a child (engaging in a sexual act or exposing oneself to a child, or coercing or persuading a child to remove their clothing)
- Prostitution
- Solicitation of a sexual act or patronizing a person engaged in the sex trade
- Promoting prostitution
- Possession or distribution of child pornography
Our firm also represents juveniles charged with sex crimes, as well as members of the adult entertainment industry targeted by law enforcement for investigation for sex offenses solely due to their industry work.
Penalties and Consequences of a Sex Conviction in Illinois
The criminal penalties that a defendant may face if convicted of a sex offense in DuPage County will vary depending on the grading of the offense. Grading of felony offenses ranges from Class 4 felonies for the least serious crimes to Class X felonies for the most serious offenses. Penalties for a sex conviction can include:
- Class 4 Felony – One to three years in prison (or three to six years if eligible for an extended term)
- Class 3 Felony – Two to five years in prison (or five to ten years if eligible for an extended term)
- Class 2 Felony – Three to seven years in prison (or seven to 14 years if eligible for an extended term)
- Class 1 Felony – Four to 15 years in prison (or 15 to 30 years if eligible for an extended term)
- Class X Felony – Six to 30 years in prison (or 30 to 60 years if eligible for an extended term)
Aggravating factors in a sex offense, such as the use of a weapon or the commission of an offense against a vulnerable person, such as a minor, can further enhance a sentence for a conviction.
Sex convictions can have other long-term consequences. Most offenses also impose sex offender registration obligations, requiring an individual convicted of a sex offense to register with and periodically report to law enforcement upon their release from prison.
Due to the possible consequences of a conviction for a sex crime in DuPage County, you need to act quickly to protect your freedom, reputation, and future. Contact Steve Roach Law Offices to discuss how our firm can help you fight for a favorable resolution to your charges.
Potential Defenses to Sex Charges
Although prosecutors may seem like they have an airtight case when they bring charges for sex offenses, you might have legal options to fight the allegations against you. Common defense strategies used to fight sex charges include:
- Consent
- Mistaken identity
- Alibi
- Unreliable forensic evidence (e.g., DNA, fingerprints)
- Fabricated allegations
- Unlawful searches or interrogations by police, which may result in the exclusion of evidence from the prosecution’s case
How Can a Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer Help with Your Case
Law enforcement and prosecutors will leverage the government’s substantial resources to investigate sex crimes and build a robust case against you. This is why you need a dedicated advocate who will fight just as hard to defend you against your charges. A defense lawyer from Steve Roach Law Offices can help you face prosecution for a sex offense in the northwest suburbs of Chicago by:
- Investigating your charges beyond the evidence turned over by the prosecution, ensuring you have all legal options available to you
- Evaluating the facts to identify possible defenses in your case
- Walking you through the details of your charges in plain English and advising you on potential outcomes to help you make informed choices
- Protecting your rights by moving to exclude evidence unlawfully obtained by police
- Vigorously pursuing the best possible resolution to your charges, even when that means going to trial to fight the prosecution’s case against you
Why Choose Steve Roach Law Offices?
If city or county police arrest you for a sex crime, you need top-quality legal representation to help you secure the best possible outcome under the facts and circumstances of your case. Prosecution for sex offenses can put your reputation, freedom, and future on the line, making your choice of legal counsel one of the most important decisions you will make in your case. You deserve an attorney who will not rest until they have everything possible to defend your interests.
For years, people like you who face prosecution for sex offenses in the northwest Chicago suburbs have turned to Attorney Steven R. Roach to help them protect their freedom and reputation because:
- Attorney Steven R. Roach has over 25 years of experience in criminal law. As a former prosecutor, he has seen criminal cases from both sides of the courtroom. He knows how prosecutors think and the tricks and tactics they use to win cases. He has worked on a broad range of criminal charges, allowing him to have seen various challenges and complexities.
- Clients can expect personal attention and open communication from Attorney Steven R. Roach through his solo law practice. He understands the anxiety and stress that clients may feel when facing sex charges, so he works diligently to provide the support they need.
- Attorney Roach begins working diligently from day one in each client’s case. He knows how to investigate charges, analyze evidence, and identify defense strategies and practical solutions.
Contact Our Law Firm Today for Experienced Advocacy and Support When Facing Prosecution for Sex Crimes in Cook, DuPage, Lake and Kane County, Illinois
Have you been charged with a sex offense? You need dedicated legal counsel to advocate for your rights and interests and help you mitigate the consequences of an arrest and a possible conviction. Don’t leave the outcome of your prosecution to chance. Get legal help from a knowledgeable attorney who can level the playing field for you in the criminal justice system.
Contact Steve Roach Law Offices today for a free, confidential consultation with an experienced DuPage County criminal defense lawyer to discuss your charges. We serve clients in greater DuPage County and the northwest suburbs of Chicago, including Park Ridge, Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Palatine, Mount Prospect, and Rolling Meadows, from our law offices in Schaumburg, Chicago, Carol Stream, Elgin, Villa Park, Addison, Hoffman Estates, and Wheaton.
