Facing a child pornography charge is not something to take lightly. Your life may never look the same if you’re found guilty. You could lose career opportunities and access to desirable housing. Not to mention your friends and family may not view you the same. You may want to consider hiring an experienced attorney from McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. to represent you.
Our King of Prussia child pornography lawyer knows how to build a strong defense on your behalf. We are prepared to listen to your side of the story, collect evidence, and defend you in a trial. Depending on the facts of your case, we could even attempt to have your charges dropped or reduced.
How Our King of Prussia Child Pornography Attorney Will Go to Work for You
You aren’t under any obligation to hire an attorney to defend you. However, working with a criminal defense lawyer from McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. has many benefits. These include:
- Our record of success with criminal defense cases like yours
- Attorney David McKenzie’s background as a former criminal prosecutor
- The awards and recognitions we’ve received, including the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
- Our accessibility through email, text, phone calls, and social media
When you hire our firm to go to work on your case, you can rely on your lawyer to handle case tasks that include:
- Collecting evidence
- Building a defense strategy against your child pornography charges
- Speaking to witnesses and anyone else involved in your case
- Negotiating with prosecutors for a plea bargain
- Determining which laws apply to your case and explaining them in a way that is easy to understand
You can count on our team serving King of Prussia to advocate for your best interests throughout your case.
See What Former Clients Say About Our Criminal Defense Firm
After working with Attorney David McKenzie, our former clients have left five-star reviews. They have great things to say about the legal service they received:
- “…He understands the legality of case law. He turned a bad situation around into outstanding results. If you need a lawyer he is the one, and his price is reasonable and worth every penny you spend.” – P. Thomas
- “David was a great help. Always returned a prompt reply to questions. Very knowledgeable lawyer. Makes you feel at ease. Highly recommend.” – Jim Mead
- “Very professional and made me feel like I truly had the right people in my corner. Worked with me and made me feel like more than just another client! Would definitely refer friends and relatives to Attorney McKenzie in the future!” – Eric Gadelha
For a free legal consultation with a child pornography lawyer serving King of Prussia, call (610) 680-7842
What Penalties Could You Face for a Child Pornography Charge in King of Prussia?
Pennsylvania takes crimes like child pornography very seriously. If you’re found guilty, you could end up in jail paying thousands of dollars in fines and living with a felony on your criminal record.
According to 18 Pa. C.S.A. § 6312, you could be charged with a second- or third-degree felony for child pornography, depending on the specifics of your case. 30 Pa. C.S.A § 923 outlines the consequences you would face if you are convicted of a felony. These include:
- Third-degree felony: A fine between $2,500 and $15,000, up to seven years in jail, or both.
- Second-degree felony: A fine between $5,000 and $25,000, up to 10 years in jail, or both.
You may have a chance to avoid jail time or have your sentence reduced when you work with McKenzie Law Firm, P.C.
Other Consequences of a Child Pornography Conviction
If you are found guilty of a child pornography crime in PA, you will likely face consequences beyond the legal penalties. A criminal charge can impact almost every aspect of your life. For example, you may:
- Lose any professional licenses you held, such as if you were an accountant or teacher
- Face issues with child custody, meaning you could lose shared parenting rights or only be able to visit with your children when you are supervised
- Be denied loans for business, education, or housing
- Be banned from places you used to visit
- Have limited options for housing
- Need to register your name and other information on a sex offender registry
- Lose job opportunities or face scrutiny from college admission boards
- Risk deportation
People who you used to socialize with may not wish to see you, either. Don’t leave yourself vulnerable to the legal system. Let our firm defend you against the charges you face and attempt to avoid these penalties.
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Defenses We May Use Against Your King of Prussia Child Pornography Charge
Because we are a criminal defense law firm, our team knows how to build a solid defense against child pornography charges. Some of the defenses we could use as we work on your case include:
- You were not aware that the pornography was downloaded onto your device
- The pornography does not belong to you
- You believed that everyone in the pornography was an adult
- The police did not conduct proper procedures
We will investigate your case to determine the best route to take with your defense.
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Types of Criminal Charges We Can Defend You Against in King of Prussia
In PA, there are a few types of child pornography cases we handle. These include:
- Ownership of child pornography
- Distribution of child pornography
- Photographing or videotaping child pornography
You can come to our firm with your case and our King of Prussia attorney can explain how we can help you.
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Contact Us Today for Help With Your Child Pornography Case in King of Prussia
Don’t risk a negative case outcome by representing yourself against child pornography charges. Our well-experienced team knows how to create a defense strategy that suits your situation. We’re ready to begin investigating and pursuing a fair case outcome.
To get started with our lawyer in King of Prussia, reach out to us today. A member of our team is available 24/7.
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