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Experienced Sex Crimes Attorney in Scottsdale, AZ

Being accused of a sex crime is one of the most difficult charges to faces. A skilled Scottsdale Sex Crimes Lawyer can help protect your rights and build a strong defense. Under Arizona law, a person convicted of a sex crime could face mandatory jail or prison time, and depending upon the extent of the accusation, could face a lifetime of being a registered sex offender.

As an experienced sex crime defense attorney in Scottsdale, Joshua S. Davidson realizes that many sex crime allegations can be false. Motivated by anger, revenge, divorce, and child custody battles, some people fabricate accusations against innocent people, forever tarnishing their reputations in the process.

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Lawyer Joshua S. Davidson Areas of Practice: Sex Crimes

As a Scottsdale sex crime defense attorney, the firm handles many different types of sex crime cases:

  • Molestation
  • Sexual Conduct with a Minor
  • Child Pornography
  • Cyber Crimes
  • Sexual Assault
  • Indecent Exposure
  • Luring a Minor
  • Sex Abuse
  • Sexual Misconduct
  • Failure to Register
  • Child Abuse
  • Prostitution/Solicitation

In Scottsdale, Phoenix, Glendale and Tempe, the penalties resulting from a sex crime conviction range from probation & community service to jail and prison sentences. If found guilty, most sex crime convictions will carry with them a mandatory lifetime sex offender registration, a label with a social stigma unmatched in our society. If you are required by law to be a registered sex offender, that label will determine where you are able to live and work.

Being convicted of a sex crime could ruin your reputation, relationships, and future life endeavors. In order to prevent this from happening, you need to contact an attorney who has the knowledge and skill to help clear your name. Mr. Davidson’s time as a prosecutor gave him a significant amount of experience with sex crimes, and as your Scottsdale sex crime defense lawyer, he can bring a two-sided viewpoint to your case that will help provide you with an effective defense.

FAQs

What Types of Sex Crimes Does a Scottsdale Sex Crimes Lawyer Handle?

A Scottsdale sex crimes lawyer like Joshua S. Davidson handles a broad range of charges under Arizona law, including sexual assault, sexual conduct with a minor, child molestation, indecent exposure, luring a minor, sex abuse, child pornography, cyber crimes, prostitution/solicitation, sexual misconduct, and failure to register as a sex offender. Each of these charges carries its own set of penalties and legal complexities, which is why retaining an attorney with specific experience in Arizona sex crime defense is critical from the very moment you are accused.

What Are the Penalties for a Sex Crime Conviction in Scottsdale, AZ?

The consequences of a sex crime conviction in Scottsdale can be devastating and life-altering. Depending on the nature and severity of the charge, penalties can range from probation and community service to lengthy prison sentences. More significantly, most sex crime convictions in Arizona carry a mandatory lifetime requirement to register as a sex offender, a designation that will directly impact where you are permitted to live, work, and travel. Beyond the legal penalties, a conviction can permanently damage your professional reputation, personal relationships, and future opportunities. This is why building a strong, proactive legal defense as early as possible is absolutely essential.

Can Sex Crime Charges in Arizona Be Based on False Accusations?

Yes, and it happens more often than many people realize. Attorney Joshua S. Davidson has seen firsthand that sex crime allegations are sometimes fabricated or exaggerated, often stemming from emotionally charged situations such as bitter divorces, child custody disputes, or personal vendettas. Arizona law takes all sex crime allegations seriously, which means even an unsubstantiated accusation can upend your life before any trial takes place. An experienced Scottsdale sex crimes defense attorney will thoroughly investigate the credibility of the accusation, challenge inconsistencies in the alleged victim’s account, and work to expose any motive behind a false claim.

How Does Having a Former Prosecutor as Your Defense Attorney Benefit Your Sex Crimes Case?

Hiring a defense attorney who has previously served as a prosecutor like Joshua S. Davidson, a former Maricopa County prosecutor, gives you a significant strategic advantage. Having worked on the other side of the courtroom, Attorney Davidson understands exactly how prosecutors build sex crime cases, what evidence they rely upon, and where their arguments are most vulnerable. This unique dual perspective allows him to anticipate the prosecution’s strategy, identify weaknesses in their case, and craft a defense tailored to counter their approach. Simply put, knowing how the opposition thinks is an invaluable asset in a high-stakes sex crimes case.

Does Davidson Criminal Defense & Dui Law Firm Represent Clients Outside of Scottsdale for Sex Crime Charges?

Yes. While the firm has a dedicated office in Scottsdale, Attorney Joshua S. Davidson and his team represent clients facing sex crime charges throughout the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, and Tempe. Regardless of where your case is being heard in Maricopa County, the firm is equipped to provide aggressive, experienced criminal defense representation. The firm is also available 24/7, so if you or a loved one is facing a sex crime accusation in any of these areas, you can reach out at any time for a free consultation at (602) 493-3600.

Joshua S. Davidson Can Fight Your Charges

The Scottsdale Davidson Criminal Defense & DUI Law Firm represent clients in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Glendale and Tempe facing a wide range of sex crime charges. As an experienced Scottsdale sex crimes defense attorney, Joshua S. Davidson knows firsthand how hostile prosecutors, judges and juries can be when dealing with sex crime charges. Sex crimes in Arizona have a stigma attached to them unmatched by other crimes, and a conviction could result in a lifetime of consequences. If you or someone you care about is facing sex crime charges in Scottsdale, you should seek the representation of a qualified lawyer immediately.

As a Scottsdale sex crimes defense attorney, Joshua S. Davidson handles many different sex crime cases involving a wide variety of charges, including molestation, sexual conduct with a minor, sexual assault and cyber crimes such as the possession or creation of child pornography. Additionally, the team takes on cases involving indecent exposure, lewd conduct, child abuse, prostitution and all other forms of sexual abuse and sexual misconduct.

Regardless of what specific charges you may be facing, all Arizona sex crime offenses are extremely serious and carry extreme penalties. It is vital that you consult a Scottsdale sex crimes lawyer who is capable of handling your case in the most effective manner possible. Scottsdale Attorney Joshua S. Davidson is a former Maricopa County prosecutor who has spent a great deal of time dealing with sex crime charges. His time as a prosecutor instilled him with a wide view of the law, and as a Scottsdale defense attorney he is better equipped to see all sides to a sex crimes case.

If you need to defend yourself against sex crime charges, contact the Scottsdale Davidson Criminal Defense & DUI Law Firm today.

Scottsdale, AZ Sex Crimes Resources

Use of Rule 404C by Prosecutors in Sex Crimes Cases
Risk Assessments in Sex Crimes Cases
Evidence in Sex Crime Cases
Entrapment in Sex Crimes Cases

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