Sex Offenses

Sex Crime Attorneys in Erie, PA

False or exaggerated allegations of sexually motivated crimes cause tremendous fear, embarrassment, and uncertainty. If you are under investigation for any sex crime then you need a skilled advocate on your side.

Sex Crime Attorneys Erie PA Sebald, Hackwelder, & Knox

Types of Sex Offenses

Child Pornography
Indecency with a Child
Online Solicitation
Sexual Assault
Rape Charges
Incest
Sexting
Obscene Materials

We understand the situation you're in could be confusing and frustrating. At Sebald, Hackwelder, & Knox, based in Erie, Pennsylvania, our sex crime attorneys have been helping individuals charged with criminal offenses throughout Erie, Pennsylvania for over 25 years.

Our criminal defense attorneys fight sex crime allegations in both state and federal court. No matter the circumstances, contact our sex crime attorneys to discuss your charges during a free case consultation.

PA Sex Crime FAQs

What are the possible penalties for a sex crime in Pennsylvania?

The potential consequences could be severe:

Third-degree misdemeanor– Maximum of one year in jail, and fines up to $2,000.
Second-degree misdemeanor– Up to two years in jail, and a maximum fine of $5,000.
First-degree misdemeanor– Jail for up to five years, and fines reaching $10,000.
Third-degree felony– Maximum of seven years imprisonment, and a fine up to $15,000.
Second-degree felony– Prison time for up to 10 years, and a fine reaching $25,000.
First-degree felony– Up to 20 years in prison, and maximum fines of $25,000.

What happens if you don't register as a sex offender?

If you do not register as a sex offender when you were supposed to, you will be charged with another crime, possibly a felony, and will need additional help with a sex crime lawyer.

What are some common defenses to sex crimes?

Your defense attorney could possibly help using the following defenses to sex crimes:

Consent
DNA Evidence
Mistake of Identity
False Allegations

If you've been charged with a sex crime, it's important to immediately contact an experienced sex crime attorney to help you protect your rights and minimize your penalties.

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I was in a rough spot and Attorney Sebald exceeded my expectations while being fair and upfront about the possible outcomes. I was impressed by his knowledge and navigation of the law, but also by his relationships within that community.

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Stephen Sebald far exceeded my expectations. As a result of trusting in his extensive knowledge of the law & him working diligently on my case, charges were substantially reduced. He was always on call & went above & beyond in my case. Excellent defense attorney!

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Because I listened to his expert advice, I will serve NO prison time, NO jail time, and my fine was minimal. Thanks again Stephen for a tough uphill battle, and you never gave up.

JohnErie, PA

I hired Eric for someone who was facing serious felony charges. He is a fairly young man with a young child who he absolutely adores. He had made mistakes and I didn't feel he needed to go to jail and be separated from that child. Eric was extremely helpful and actually, you could tell that he took this case personally because of all of the time and effort he put into the case. He was always available to us and his family. When it came time for the sentencing we all thought he was going to jail. When the judge sentenced him to 3 years parole we were all extremely happy. I can not say enough good things to say about Eric.

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I received a speeding ticket while traveling through Erie, PA. Steve and his expert team took care of everything while I was 600 miles away in North Carolina. He greatly reduced my conviction and fines. Valerie on his team took the time to hand-hold me through the process. I truly appreciate all that Steve and his team did to resolve this positively for me.

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