Crimes against Children, Child Pornography, Child Abuse
In Michigan, there are numerous crimes on the books for the protection of children. If you find yourself charged with any crime which involves possession of child pornography, child abuse or use of the internet to communicate inappropriately with a minor, you should consult with a lawyer immediately.
Contributing to delinquency of a minor: The host of a house party where alcohol is accessible to minors or buying alcohol for a minor can be charged as contributing to delinquency of a minor.
Soliciting a child for immoral purposes: In Michigan, it is a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and/or fine $10,000.00 or both if found guilty of soliciting a child for immoral purposes.
Child sexually abusive material or activity offenses: means any depiction, including an undeveloped photograph or computer generated image which includes a child engaged in a listed sexual act.
| Possession of child sexually abusive material | 4 years and/or fine $10,000 |
| Distribution of child sexually abusive material | 7 years and/or fine $50,000 |
| Engaging a Child for Sexually Abusive Activity | 20 years and/or fine $100,000 |
Law enforcement officers will often raid and search the residence and business of someone suspected of possession of child pornography. Computers are often seized and police-technicians will go to great lengths to harvest old internet content and deleted files which may contain incriminating evidence. Our firm can have independent computer forensics conducted for defense purposes when necessary.
Unfortunately, a harmless visit to a website can result in harsh consequences which will require aggressive legal representation.
Child Abuse offenses: Child abuse involves an act or omission which exposes or causes physical or mental harm to a child. The offense of child abuse first degree is a felony which can carry 15 years in prison if an intentional act causes serious physical or mental harm. Child abuse may be charged if a child is exposed to cruelty or does an act that is likely to cause physical or mental harm even though harm does not occur. Michigan law recognizes the right of a parent or lawful custodian to impose reasonable physical discipline which our firm has used to gain dismissals of child abuse cases.
We understand the stress and embarrassment which someone may experience accused of a crime which involves a child, child abuse or possession of child pornography. The ABDO LAW FIRM will address your concerns and provide you with you an aggressive defense which is personalized to your particular case. Phone: 586-412-5555
