Being convicted of federal sex or human trafficking can lead to very serious consequences. If you are facing these charges or accusations, you deserve a federal defense attorney who can help you. You have found that in Chambers Law Firm, a tenacious attorney with decades of experience. Keep reading to learn about potential consequences and defense options, then contact Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 for a free legal consultation.
A conviction for federal sex trafficking could lead to life in prison
Human trafficking is treated seriously by federal law and can result in lengthy mandatory minimum sentences—and in severe cases, up to life in prison. Sentences for peonage, forced labor, and involuntary servitude range from 20 to 30 years in jail. Inducement to slavery has a maximum sentence of 40 years.
If the victim is under 18, the judge may impose additional penalties of up to life in prison for sex trafficking in adults, which entails a minimum sentence of 10 years in jail. The judge may also impose severe fines and order the criminal to make amends to their victims in addition to these sentences.
Defense options to charges of human or sex trafficking
One of the most serious sexual offenses prosecuted by the federal criminal justice system is sex trafficking. Therefore, merely being accused of being complicit in the sex trafficking of minors might sway a jury.
Best defenses against federal charges of human trafficking
The federal prosecutor must show each element of the crime beyond a reasonable doubt, as is the case with other criminal allegations. You will require a defense attorney with the expertise to find and attack the case’s holes.
Your defense lawyer also needs to be knowledgeable about federal rules and regulations, which are much different from those used in a state-level prosecution. Simply put, we might be able to legitimately contest key case-relevant evidence.
If we can convince the federal prosecutor that there is insufficient evidence to condemn you or negotiate a reduced charge with them, the matter might be dismissed. We are excellent negotiators who might be able to come to a favorable plea agreement if guilt is not in question.
Contact Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 for a free legal consultation.
