Child Pornography Defense Lawyers in Gainesville
Are You Being Investigated for or Have You Been Charged with Possession, Manufacture, or Distribution of Child Pornography?
The federal government and the State of Florida have laws that criminalize the possession, transmission, and reproduction of child pornography. Under Florida Statute 827.071(5)(a), any image depicting a minor engaging in sexual conduct is considered child pornography, and the possession of each image is a distinct crime. If you are being investigated for child pornography or have already been charged, law enforcement officials have a head start in preparing a case against you. Preserving your reputation and freedom in the face of such accusations may very well depend upon your having a criminal defense attorney at your side. Since the possession of each image is a separate crime, you could be charged with hundreds of counts of possession of child pornography.
At Edwards & Jones, our trial attorneys are experienced in defending criminal cases such as:
- Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
- Possession of Child Pornography
- Online Solicitation of a Minor
- Manufacture of Child Pornography
- Distribution of Child Pornography
Defenses for Cyber Sex Crimes
Law enforcement agencies continue to invest considerable time and resources for the investigation of computer-related crimes against children. These offenses are felonies and are punishable by years of incarceration and designation as a sexual offender. In some cases, charges are the result of accidental downloads of child pornography or a mistake in identification. If the images were not knowingly viewed and possessed, your defense team can use the transitory possession defense. In other cases, the images are entirely of people over the age of eighteen.
Our criminal defense team will work diligently to conduct an accurate review of all charges and protect your rights. Depending upon the government’s evidence, we will work to have charges dismissed or reduced.
Whether you are currently under investigation or have already been charged for a sex crime involving a minor, contact us online or call us at (352) 329-3632.
Hear From Our Happy Clients
Reviews & Testimonials
At Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"Once we hired him he started work immediately and was able to get my son's case thrown out. We are very satisfied with his services."I hired Mr. Jones to represent my son. We had never had to hire a lawyer and I was anxious. Mr. Jones took the time to explain what was happening and it helped lessen my concerns. Once we hired him he started work immediately and was able to get my son's case thrown out. We are very satisfied with his services.- Robert H.
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"Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt."We are from Lake City, Florida. As parents, we sought the help of Mr. Edwards on my daughter's behalf. As a young lady, she had acquired multiple felonies with the prospect of 10-15 years in prison facing her. Mr. Edwards heard our case, took it on with confidence, and got her sentence reduced to 10 years probation, and restitution. That was 8 years ago, and my daughter is married, has a son, and is doing great. She hasn't even had a traffic violation. Because Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt. He is a great lawyer, with a very big heart.- Colin
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"He put his heart into that case."I first hired Thomas Edwards to defend me and my daughter in the early 1990s. He put his heart into that case. Of all the attorneys in the state of Florida, he would be the one I would call if the need for an attorney ever arose again.- Jan
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"It is my opinion that he is clearly one of the best lawyers in the city of Gainesville."I had the pleasure of having Mr. Edwards represent me in 2006. While I was charged with a crime, Mr. Edwards insisted sternly that he was very confident he could successfully defend the charges against me. This man exudes confidence. It is my opinion that he is clearly one of the best lawyers in the city of Gainesville. You can't go wrong with Mr. Edwards!!!- Everette Sr.
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Acquitted at Trial Possession of Cocaine
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Pre Trial Intervention Possession of Cocaine
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Withhold Of Guilt and Probation Lewd And Lascivious Battery On A Person Under 16
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Charges Dismissed Burglary With Assault Or Battery
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Charges Reduced To Misdemeanor Battery
