Los Angeles Child Pornography Defense Attorney

Charged with Possession of Child Pornography in Los Angeles?

If you are facing the criminal charge of possession of child pornography or any other criminal offense related to child pornography, you are in extremely serious legal trouble.  The penalties for conviction in such a crime can be extensive, including time spent in state prison.  As the charges can be ramped up to a federal charge, depending on various factors, including the number of images in the possession of the accused and whether the images were transmitted to others, your case can become a federal crime.  The penalties for possession of child pornography are even more severe at the federal level.  It is crucial when facing such a charge that you immediately contact a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney to initiate the critical actions needed in your defense.

Child Pornography Defense Lawyer in Los Angeles

The arrests for the crime of possession of child pornography have skyrocketed over the past number of years, due to the increase in use of the internet as well as federal task forces that have ways to investigate internet transmission of images as well as investigators posing as children online.  These task forces are highly committed law enforcement personnel that want to convict anyone found to have child pornography on their computer or in their possession in any other form.  When arrested and charged with any crime related to child porn, or if you are under investigation for such a crime, it is absolutely critical that you get legal representation from a skilled criminal defense lawyer immediately. 

Each case has its individual circumstances and every aspect must be thoroughly reviewed by a criminal defense attorney from the Law Offices of Michael Severo.  The procedures used to search and seize evidence must have been followed to the letter, and any deviation from correct police procedure can lead to court challenges regarding the evidence involved.  There are often multiple options for a powerful defense and it is critical that you get the legal assistance that you require quickly.  The defense on your case begins immediately after you have enlisted the assistance of the firm.