Hassett & Associates, P.A.
Call 24/7 - (954) 791-3939 | Hablamos Español
Hassett & Associates, P.A.
Call 24/7 - (954) 791-3939 | Hablamos Español

Main Office:
6099 Stirling Road, Ste 217
Davie, FL 33314
954-791-3939

Broward Office:
1327 SE 2nd Ave.
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316
954-760-9911

Miami Dade Office:
By Appointment Only
Miami, FL
305-567-1211

Man Accused In Teen Sex Case

Broward Lewd or Lascivious Conduct Defense AttorneyA 47-year-old man who allegedly had sex with a 14-year-old girl and who implied that he was married to the victim has been charged in Margate with lewd and lascivious conduct with a minor. If convicted, he faces a hefty fine and perhaps years in prison. Those facing such serious charges will require solid legal representation, the type available from a Broward County criminal attorney.

In the case of the suspect charged in Margate, local police claim that the man had sex with the girl between five and seven times a week over a period of four months. The charges have been based on information provided by the victim and another person, referred to as an “independent witness,” to whom the teenager had confided. Other evidence includes photographs in which the girl is naked, text messages found in her cellphone and a voice memo in which the man claimed to be “madly in love” with her. It was in some of these messages in which he claimed that the two were married.

A judge ordered the suspect to be held on $20,000 bond and also prohibited from communicating with the girl in any manner. In Florida, the penalty for lewd and lascivious conduct committed by an adult can be up to 15 years behind bars and a fine of up to $10,000. The suspect in this, like other criminal cases, is considered innocent until proven guilty. However, those charged with crimes will need a rigorous defense to assure that their rights are protected throughout the legal process.

Kenneth P. Hassett is a Broward County criminal attorney who is dedicated to helping defendants. Possessing more than 20 years of experience in criminal defense, he has the knowledge to help those charged with many different types of offenses, including sex crimes. In addition to their potentially harsh penalties, sex crimes carry with them certain social stigmas that are often not associated with other offenses. It is therefore particularly important for anyone charged with a sex crime to receive the most powerful defense possible from an attorney who, if necessary, will argue the case before a jury.

Broward Lewd or Lascivious Conduct Defense Attorney

The law firm of Hassett & Associates is available to help those charged with crimes in both Broward and Miami-Dade counties, and accepts calls 24 hours a day and seven days a week. If you or someone you know is involved in such a legal situation, call 954-791-3939.

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