Fighting Child Abuse Charges - United Defense Group

Defending Yourself from Charges of

Child Abuse

Child abuse is broadly defined in many states as any type of cruelty inflicted on a child including mental abuse, physical harm, neglect, sexual abuse and exploitation. The specific crimes charged in instances of child abuse can include assault and battery.

ACTUAL CASE RESULTS

Defense Considerations

In many states, certain individuals and caregivers (such as public school teachers) are required by law to report suspected child abuse.

The charge of child abuse carries considerable social stigma. Prosecutors are under considerable pressure from the public to pursue charges of crimes against children and are highly motivated to seek convictions for these charges.

Child abuse cases can be complex due to the use of the testimony of children. Prosecutors can often induce the testimony of a child in a manner that benefits their case. The social stigma associated with harming children can lower the threshold of proof in the minds of jurors.

If you are facing potential child abuse charges, it is critical that you use a legal defense team with specific experience and expertise dealing with crimes against children. Call us at any time at (800) 459-2500 for a free, confidential initial consultation. Early intervention is critical to obtaining the best results.


AREAS OF PRACTICE
SEXUAL CRIMES Child Abuse Child Enticement Child Pornography Date Rape Failure to Register Indecent Exposure Internet Pornography Lewd/Lascivious Conduct Marital Rape Molestation Obscenity Pandering/Pimping Pornography Prostitution Rape Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sexual Harassment Statutory Rape DRUG CRIMES Cultivation Distribution Manufacturing Possession Possession for Sale Prescription Fraud Trafficking	WHITE COLLAR CRIMES Bank Fraud Bankruptcy Fraud Bribery Computer Hacking Counterfeiting Credit Card Fraud Cybercrime Email Interception Embezzlement Extortion Forgery Health Care Fraud Identity Theft Insurance Fraud Internet Fraud Money Laundering Pyramid Schemes Racketeering/RICO Securities Fraud Tax Evasion/Tax Fraud Telemarketing Fraud Wire Fraud	VIOLENT CRIMES Aggravated Assault Assault and Battery Domestic Violence Homicide Manslaughter Murder Terrorism Theft/Larceny MILITARY OFFENSES Article 32 Conduct Court Martial Desertion Discharge OTHER Perjury Writs and Appeals