In Michigan, the age of consent for sexual activity is 16, which is very close to the age at which a person is considered a juvenile (under 17). With such little overlap between the two, most sexual contact between minors is actually against the law, even if they believe it to be consensual. Criminal sexual conduct normally involves sex with a minor, sexual assault, and other unlawful sexual contact, but in juvenile crime cases, it may even be the case that the offender had no idea what he or she did was against the law. As a result, juvenile criminal sexual conduct in Kalamazoo can be a confusing issue, and many persons who are accused of juvenile sex offenses don’t know where to turn. If you have been accused of CSC and are under the age of 17, contact our experienced juvenile defense attorneys right away. We can advise you on what you need to do in order to protect yourself, as well as how consent laws and CSC legislation can interact with your case. Whether you are facing accusations arising from what you thought was a consensual relationship, a post-breakup disagreement, sexting or Internet sex, or any other situation, our experienced team will know what you need to do in order to defend yourself. Contact our toll free hotline to get started and fight to protect your freedom and your future.
With our qualified trial lawyers on your side, you can be sure that everything possible will be done to defend your rights. Scott Grabel has worked with clients statewide for over 15 years and built a reputation as one of the most formidable opponents for the prosecution in Kalamazoo and throughout Michigan. Along with the rest of our dedicated team of defense lawyers and talented legal staff, Scott Grabel will fight to protect you through every stage of the defense process. We know what it takes to win and are willing to put in the work to make your case goals a reality.
Don’t wait to begin fighting back against juvenile criminal sexual conduct charges. You can get in touch with a defense lawyer right now for a free, confidential, no obligation case consultation. Call 1-800-342-7896 or contact Grabel & Associates online and let us begin walking you through the steps you should be taking now and throughout your battle for justice.
In regular criminal cases, there are four degrees of criminal sexual conduct. CSC in the 1st degree occurs when sexual penetration is committed with a person under 13, or a person between 13 and 16 with other mitigating factors such as force or authority in play. Second degree CSC is similar, but results in cases where only sexual contact, and not penetration, is present. CSC in the third degree results in all other penetration cases involving a person under the age of 16, or penetration cases where mitigating factors are present, as outlined in Section 750.520d. CSC in the fourth degree, similarly to second degree charges, involves only contact.
It is understandably difficult for persons under the age of 17, otherwise known as juveniles, to avoid breaking these laws. Essentially, all sexual contact involving a person under the age of 15 is criminalized. While the juvenile courts may be able to treat these cases differently and prescribe penalties not quite as serious as the life imprisonment threatened under criminal sexual conduct laws, these cases are still always very serious. Work with a lawyer and fight back against the serious penalties that are likely on the line in your case.
Our lawyers know how to keep cases in juvenile court, and how to help clients win in both the family court system, and in regular criminal courts. While many firms say this, we have actual results to back it up, and have spent over 15 years working with clients in tough misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile delinquency cases. As soon as you are investigated for an offense or if your loved one is facing the threat of criminal charges, contact our juvenile defense team and let us begin fighting to protect your rights and freedom.
To speak with a member of our trial team now, call 1-800-342-7896 or contact us online. We are always ready to begin advising those accused of CSC and know what it takes to help you or your loved one get a great case result.