What is Sexual Exploitation of a Child in Larimer County?
A person commits the crime of Sexual Exploitation of a Child / Possession of Child Pornography in Fort Collins, Windsor and Wellington when they are:
- In possession of child pornography
- Or, in possession of other materials that are sexually explicit which include children under the age of eighteen.
A person will also be charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Child / Possession of Child Pornography if they:
- Prepare, publish or arrange pornography or other materials that are sexually explicit that include a child under the age of eighteen,
- Or, entice, cause, or induce a child to be used for or engage in explicit sexual conduct for the purpose of creating child pornography.
- Or, if they are in possession of child pornography with the intent to sell or distribute said material.
What is the Sentence for Sexual Exploitation of a Child in Larimer County?
Sexual Exploitation of a Child is either a class 6, class 4 or class 3 felony (if you possess more than a certain amount of video child pornography, or if it is a second offense). If you are convicted of this sex offense, you could be facing:
- 1-16 years imprisonment in the Colorado Department of Corrections
- $1,000 – $750,000 fine
- Sex offender treatment overseen by the Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB)
- Registration as a sex offender
The Connection Between Sexting and Sexual Exploitation of a Child in Colorado
“Sexting” is becoming more and more common in our culture, particularly among younger generations. Under Colorado law, a girl who sends a sexually explicit picture of herself to a boy she likes at Fort Collins High School could technically be charged as Sexual Exploitation of a Child, or Possession of Child Pornography. The boy could be charged as well. Often, these images get forwarded all over the school, creating further opportunities for criminal charges. It is important to make sure your children understand that there could be legal consequences to their behavior.
Why You Need a Sexual Exploitation of a Child Lawyer in Fort Collins
Internet Sex crimes are very complicated, and Sexual Exploitation of a Child is the most complex of all. Because of the close connection between this offense and Internet Luring of a Child, Enticement of a Child, and Internet Sexual Exploitation of a Child, it is important that you work with an experienced criminal defense attorney who has a thorough grasp of the law. Our Sexual Exploitation of a Child lawyers will fight for you and distinguish between other crimes (such as Internet Sexual Exploitation of a Child, which is subject to indeterminate sentencing). Don’t let your future go unprotected. Contact an experienced attorney to be your advocate in court.
If you or a loved one has been charged with an internet sex crime such as Sexual Exploitation of a Child in Larimer County, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at the O’Malley Law Office at 970-658-0007, or submit the “Get Help Now” form. Together, we can protect your future.
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Related Links:
- Learn about Internet Sex Crimes
- Enticement of a Child – C.R.S. 18-3-305