Chicago Sex Crimes Lawyer
Charges involving sex crimes can socially stigmatize a person as an outcast — a stigma that could follow them for the rest of their life. No matter how heinous the alleged act, every case deserves careful scrutiny due to these emotionally charged and potentially life-ruining accusations. The anger and emotion of witnesses, victims, family members and prosecutors can also bias opinions and yield unreliable evidence or false accusations.
My name is Robert Kerr. I am an experienced criminal defense attorney who aggressively defends clients accused of all types of sex crimes. Such cases can be highly complex and involve challenges of DNA and other forensic evidence. Others can hinge on the testimony of biased witnesses or unstable victims. Whatever the particular circumstances of the case, I will work to build the strongest defense possible — one designed to protect your rights and freedom.
My firm defends clients accused of sex crimes, such as:
- Criminal Sexual Assault/Abuse
- Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse
- Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault
- Rape, Statutory rape, & Molestation
- Solicitation of a Minor & Child pornography
- Prostitution & Solicitation of Prostitution
- DCFS Indicated Findings
- And others
Call 312-955-4400 or contact my firm online. In a free consultation, I can evaluate your situation and discuss possible defense strategies with you.
Aggressive Defense of Sex Crime Allegations
If you are being investigated for a sex crime, or if you have already been arrested for one, it is important to talk with an experienced sex crimes defense lawyer as soon as possible. Before your arrest, you are able to assert your right to an attorney, limit your exposure to certain criminal charges, or even prevent charges from being brought against you. Following your arrest, it may be possible for me to discuss your case with the prosecutor with the aim of persuading him or her to drop the charge or reduce it to a lesser one. I have obtained dismissals and reduced charges for clients charged with serious sex crimes.
If a charge does ensue, the Law Offices of Robert Kerr will begin building an aggressive and thorough defense for you. I will examine all aspects of your case. In defense of a rape allegation for example, I will look at all relevant details, including the chain of custody of the DNA, the quality of witnesses' testimony, our own investigator's findings, and other factors that could affect the outcome of your case.
Appeal DCFS Indicated Findings.
Even if you have not been charged with a criminal offense, or even if the criminal charges against you have been dismissed or overcome, you will still be subject to the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) investigation and subsequent findings if the alleged victim was a minor. If DCFS makes an "indicated" finding against you as the perpetrator of child abuse and/or neglect, your name could be placed on the State Central Register for 5, 20, or even 50 years without any type of hearing. Your employment prospects could be permanently affected too. Act immediately to preserve your appeal rights and demand a hearing.
Your Future and Freedom
Your future and your freedom will be my overriding concern. I will build a strong and aggressive defense designed to obtain the best outcome possible.
For a free consultation with a sex crimes defense attorney at the Law Offices of Robert Kerr, call 312-955-4400 or contact us online. Attorney Robert Kerr represents clients in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.
