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He is knowledgeable, professional, and truly dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients.
As the owner, founder, and managing attorney of Noorishad Law, P.C., Kaveh concentrates his practice in criminal and civil litigation across Virginia. Committed to helping people through difficult legal matters, he offers a free initial consultation.
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Being accused of rape, sexual assault, or another sex crime can have life-altering consequences. You are supposed to be presumed innocent unless you are proven guilty, but you are likely to find that you will not be treated like an innocent person.
Long before you have a chance to defend yourself in court, you may face very real problems associated with the allegations against you. A protection order will likely be issued on behalf of the victim. If you go to the same school as the victim or work in the same place, you may lose your job or be barred from your college campus. You may be placed on pretrial supervision if you are able to make bail, meaning that you would have to follow restrictions like not leaving the state without the court's permission. If you are required to spend time in jail, you may face harsh treatment by correctional staff and even other inmates.
In this situation, you need a lawyer who believes that no case is hopeless. Noorishad Law, P.C. takes on even the most challenging cases with confidence. Experienced Ashburn sex crimes attorney Kaveh Noorishad has handled numerous high-profile criminal cases with outstanding results. Attorney Noorishad is client-focused and results-driven. He has been recognized as one of Virginia's top 10 criminal defense lawyers for client satisfaction. No matter what you have been accused of, he will fight to defend your rights and protect your future.
Most, but not all, sex crimes are felonies. Even if you are charged with a misdemeanor sex crime, you could still be sent to jail and forced to register as a sex offender. The consequences of a conviction can extend throughout the rest of your lifetime, affecting where you can live, where you can work, and your reputation in your community. The following are some of the most common sex crime charges our attorney handles:
Many cases involving accusations of sexual assault will involve charges of rape. This offense involves engaging in nonconsensual sexual intercourse through the use of force. It may also apply if a person is accused of using threats, coercion, or intimidation to engage in sexual activities or if a person is accused of having sexual intercourse with someone who could not give consent because they were unconscious or intoxicated. Rape is a felony that carries a mandatory minimum sentence of five years and a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
Allegations of nonconsensual anal or oral sex with another person may lead to charges of forcible sodomy. This offense is treated as seriously as rape, and it can result in similar penalties for someone who is convicted, including the possibility of life imprisonment.
Another offense involving sexual assault may involve allegations of penetrating another person's body with an object without their consent. The penalties for object sexual penetration are similar to those that may apply in cases involving accusations of rape or forcible sodomy.
Unwanted contact with another person's intimate body parts could lead to accusations of sexual battery. These offenses may not involve sexual penetration, and a person could be accused of groping or other forms of sexual contact that took place without consent. While sexual battery is a misdemeanor offense, it may still lead to sex offender registration and other issues that could affect a person's life.
A person who is accused of an offense related to child sexual abuse material (CSAM) may face prosecution for possession, distribution, or production of child pornography. Proving possession of child pornography can be complicated. Illicit images or videos may have been found on a device that multiple people used, making it difficult to prove that a person knew about these materials or intentionally accessed them. Law enforcement officials will also need to establish that the materials meet the legal definition of child pornography. If there is no way to show that materials depicted a real minor, this may serve as a defense against CSAM charges.
A person may be charged with a criminal offense if they are accused of proposing a sex act to a minor, exposing their genitalia to a child, encouraging a child to expose their own genitalia, or encouraging a child to touch their own or another person's intimate body parts. These accusations can lead to Class 5 felony charges if the alleged offender is at least 18 years old, and they are accused of taking liberties with a child under the age of 15.
Engaging in sex acts in exchange for money is a criminal offense. Hiring or attempting to hire a prostitute is also a crime. In recent years, law enforcement officials have used online sting operations to identify and arrest people accused of solicitation. A charge of solicitation involving a minor can lead to more serious penalties
A person who is accused of intentionally exposing their intimate body parts in a public place or engaging in sexual conduct in a public place where others may observe them may face misdemeanor charges. While indecent exposure is generally charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor, more serious charges may apply if an alleged offense took place in the presence of a minor.
In many cases, yes. Convictions for certain sex offenses will require you to register with the Virginia Sex Offender Registry. Depending on the offense, you may be required to register for 15 years, but serious offenses may require registration for life. Sex offender registration will place restrictions on where you can live and work, and information about the offense, your address, and other identifying details will be available to the public. Our attorney can help you avoid a conviction or negotiate a plea that will not require sex offender registration.
Some charges may be dismissed before or during a trial under certain circumstances. A dismissal may be appropriate if the evidence against you does not support the charge, if police officers violated your constitutional rights during an investigation, if the alleged victim recants their testimony or is unwilling to testify, or for other reasons. Our lawyer will review your case to determine whether it may be possible to seek a dismissal.
In Virginia, the decision to prosecute a criminal case will be made by the prosecutor, not the alleged victim. Even if the person who originally made the accusation does not wish to pursue the matter, the prosecutor may choose to continue with the case and charge you with a sex crime. However, an alleged victim's decision not to cooperate may affect the strength of the prosecutor's case, and it could influence the outcome. Our attorney will assess the facts of your case and advise you on whether a dismissal or another positive outcome may be possible.
Once you learn that you are under investigation, you should contact our law firm immediately. The investigation stage is often the most critical period in a sex crime case. Statements made to police before you have spoken with a lawyer can be used against you, and they could limit your options for defense. Our attorney can speak to investigators or accompany you during questioning, advise you on what to say and what not to say, and work to prevent charges from being filed in the first place.
Noorishad Law, P.C. will fight to protect your future after a sex crime allegation. Dedicated Ashburn, VA sex offenses attorney Kaveh Noorishad understands the impact this type of accusation can have, and he will do all he can to help you. Contact our Ashburn, VA sex crimes defense attorney at 703-542-4500 for a complimentary consultation.
People in Ashburn who face criminal charges will usually have their cases heard at the Loudoun County Circuit Court, located at:
We represent clients in Ashburn from our office in McLean, located at:
Noorishad Law, P.C.
8200 Greensboro Drive, Suite 900
McLean, VA 22102
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