How Long Can You Go to Jail for Sexual Assault? The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) reports that one in five women and one in 71 men will be victims of sexual assault at some point in their lives. Additionally, one in four girls and one in six boys will be the victim of a sex crime before they turn 18. If you or […]
Am I Being Investigated By the Police? A police investigation can be an incredibly drawn-out process, as well as a stressful one if you are the one they are investigating. Unfortunately, there is no law that requires police to inform you that they are investigating you until a police officer has formally placed you under arrest. Due to this, several defendants do […]
How to Prove You Didn’t Sexually Assault Someone Being accused of a crime you did not commit can be frustrating and overwhelming, particularly if it is a sex offense. The punishments for sex crimes are usually severe and long-lasting. They include lengthy prison time to life imprisonment, fines, and community service. A sex crime conviction could also cost you your job, damage your […]
How Long Does a Sexual Assault Investigation Take? When an alleged sex crime takes place, the timeline from the first instance of sexual assault until the moment the case lands in court can span several years. The Michigan criminal statute of limitations for sex crimes is quite lengthy, as criminal sexual conduct (CSC) in the second, third, or fourth degree has a 10–year […]
What if a Minor Lies About Their Age? The term “statutory rape” describes sexual intercourse with someone under the “age of consent.” Since the age is set by statute, the term “statutory rape” makes sense. The age of consent in Michigan is 16, which means if you have sexual intercourse with an individual under the age of 16, even if it is consensual, […]