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Sexual Offences

For comprehensive legal representation in Brantford, Ontario, Dostal Law provides expert guidance in navigating sexual offence cases. Trust our experienced criminal lawyers to safeguard your rights and ensure fair treatment.

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At Dostal Law in Brantford, Ontario, we understand the sensitive and complex nature of sexual offence cases, and we are committed to providing robust legal representation for individuals facing such charges. Our experienced team of criminal lawyers approaches each case with compassion, discretion, and a thorough understanding of the legal complexities involved.

We handle a wide range of sexual offence cases, including sexual assault, sexual interference, sexual exploitation, and child pornography offences. Our goal is to vigorously defend our clients' rights, ensuring fair treatment throughout the legal process. We offer strategic advice, meticulously prepare for trial when necessary, and negotiate skillfully on behalf of our clients to achieve the best possible outcomes.

At Dostal Law, we prioritize confidentiality and empathy while advocating for our client's innocence or securing the most favourable resolution possible. Trust our dedicated team to provide you with the support and advocacy you need during this challenging time.

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Types of Sexual Offences

Dostal Law provides expert defence against a variety of sexual offences, including sexual assault, sexual interference, and sexual exploitation, to name a few. 

Sexual assault involves non-consensual sexual touching or activity, encompassing any sexual act without voluntary and ongoing consent. This serious offence carries a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment, probation, and registration on Canada’s National Sex Offender Registry.

Criminal Code: Section 271

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Sexual interference is a crime involving touching a person under 16 for a sexual purpose, using one's body or an object. It carries penalties ranging from up to 14 years' imprisonment for an indictable offence to up to 2 years less a day for a summary conviction.

Criminal Code: Section 151

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Sexual exploitation involves engaging in sexual activity with a young person below the age of consent, typically 16 to 18 years old depending on the region. It requires the accused to hold a position of trust or authority over the young person, such as a teacher or caregiver and involves sexual activity deemed exploitative of the victim.

Penalties for sexual exploitation in Canada vary based on the victim's age, the circumstances, and the accused's authority level, potentially resulting in imprisonment, probation, and registration as a sex offender.

Criminal Code: Section 153

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Knowingly publishing or distributing an intimate image without consent, also known as "revenge porn," is illegal. This offence aims to protect individuals from the harmful effects of unauthorized sharing of such images, carrying penalties like imprisonment, fines, probation, or restraining orders based on the case specifics.

Criminal Code: Section 162.1(1)

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Voyeurism involves secretly observing or recording someone for sexual gratification where they expect privacy. It includes surreptitious observation or recording without consent in places where privacy is expected, often involving nudity or sexual activity.

Penalties for voyeurism vary based on the circumstances and intent, potentially leading to fines, probation, restraining orders, or imprisonment upon conviction.

Criminal Code: Section 162(1)

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