Fighting Obscenity Charges - United Defense Group

Defending Yourself from Charges of

Obscenity

Any form of expression, such as a book, painting, photograph, movie, or play, that deals with sex in a way that is regarded as so offensive as to be beyond the protection of the constitutional guarantee of freedom of speech.

The definition of obscenity has changed substantially over time. The most ruling on the subject by the Supreme Court defines obscenity as "material that appeals to prurient interest, depicts, or describes sexual conduct in a way that is patently offensive, and lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value."

ACTUAL CASE RESULTS

Defense Considerations

Child molestation is among the most serious and increasingly common of criminal charges. The mere accusation of child molestation is carries extreme stigma and requires the most skilled and aggressive possible defense.

While this crime is usually a misdemeanor and a comparatively minor charge, a conviction still results in a criminal record. It can also lay the groundwork for possible damages and fines.

Obscenity laws can be in direct opposition to your freedom of expression guaranteed under the First Amendment of the U.S. constitution. It is critical that you take seriously any criminal charge against you.

Defense against this charge should be handled by legal counsel with experience with sex crimes defense at both the state and federal level. Call us at any time for a free and confidential consultation at (800) 459-2500. 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