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Westchester County Sex Crime Attorney

Fight Back Against Sex Offense Accusations - (914) 840-5104

Top Attorneys The New York Times If you are being investigated or have been arrested for a sex crime (also called sex offense) in New York, you need a lawyer immediately. Our office provides an aggressive criminal defense. Being charged with a sex offense in New York is devastating it threatens a person's reputation, career, family, and freedom. Our sex offense defense lawyers in Westchester County are passionate about criminal defense. We believe that everyone who is accused of a crime must be vigorously defended.

Why Choose Our Sex Crime Defense Lawyers?

  • 100+ Years of Combined Legal Experience
  • Selection for New York Super Lawyers® (Top 5% of Attorneys)
  • Aggressive & Effective Strategy, One-on-One Service
  • Former Prosecutors Fighting for Your Defense

If you learn you are the target of a sex offense investigation call our office immediately, as early intervention is important. Our aggressive approach allows us to prepare our client's defense. We will speak with investigators and prosecutors so we can determine the status of any investigation, alleged victims, witnesses and the amount of potential evidence against an accused. We will argue against an arrest or if an arrest is inevitable we will argue against an arrest for a sex-related offense. The earlier we can get involved the more we can learn about the investigation with the goal of preventing an arrest.

Start your defense with a free consultation: Call (914) 840-5104 today!

No Sex Offense Accusation Is Too Difficult for Us to Challenge

New York sex offenses can be either a misdemeanor or felony. Some of the charges we can fight against include:

  • Sexual Misconduct
  • Rape
  • Criminal Sexual Act
  • Sodomy
  • Forcible Touching
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Course of sexual conduct against a child
  • Predatory sexual assault
  • Unlawful imprisonment
  • Kidnapping
  • Patronizing or promoting a prostitute
  • Compelling prostitution
  • Sex trafficking
  • Disseminating indecent material to minors
  • Unlawful surveillance
  • Incest
  • Use of a child in sexual performance
  • Promoting an obscene sexual performance by a child

Importantly, these offenses require registration as a sex offender after a conviction.

Registration as a Sex Offender in New York State

If you are convicted of a sex offense the court, after a hearing, will determine the risk level of the offender for committing another sex offense and harm to the community. Level 1 is designated as a low risk, Level 2 is a moderate risk and Level 3 is a high risk. There are also three designations assigned to a sex offender; sexual predator, sexually violent offender or predicate sex offender.

Level 1 requires registration as a sex offender for 20 years and level 3 and 4 requires registration for life. The basic obligations of a registered sex offender include verification of home address every year, providing a current photograph to law enforcement, notification of attendance at any school, providing information regarding internet service providers, screen names and e-mail accounts. However, there are several other requirements including reporting to employers, release of personal information, prohibition from being near children, treatment, disqualifications from certain employment and many others.

The Defense of a Sex Crime

We advise our clients to get past the embarrassment, fear, and outrage of the crime to focus on the best criminal defense.

The criminal defense will focus on some or all of the following:

  • The client interview where we learn the facts and circumstances of the case.
  • Challenging the prosecution's evidence to see if they can actually prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt.
  • Addressing issues involving the credibility of the prosecution's witnesses.
  • Exploring the defense of entrapment.

Escape from the Nightmare of a Sex Offense Charge - (914) 840-5104

Super Lawyers Stephen J. Riebling Many sexual offenses are as a result of false accusations from a bitter, jealous or mistaken accuser. Sometimes people are manipulated by friends, family or even professional agencies to make a complaint to the police. In adult situations, consent is always investigated as a potential defense to the charge. All of these circumstances must be explored and pursued by your defense attorney.

As sex offender criminal defense attorneys our goal is to protect your rights by fighting to avoid a sex-related charge, to avoid prison sentences, to avoid sex offender registration, to avoid probation, to suppress evidence and to seek a dismissal of the charges wherever possible.

If you or a loved one needs help with a criminal investigation or sex crime charge, call our office today at (914) 840-5104 and speak with one of our Westchester County criminal defense attorneys.

Our Testimonials

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At Proto, Sachs & Brown, LLP, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    "Outstanding lawyers. I have worked with them twice and they know what they are doing."
    I have worked with Keith Brown and he always took the time to answer my questions. He always had a plan for me and explained everything clearly.
    - Jason B.
    "David Sachs is a fantastic lawyer and overall good guy"
    When I first spoke to David Sachs I instantly felt confident in his abilities and personal character. Great result in my criminal case. I highly recommend him if you are arrested. He is a fantastic lawyer and an overall good guy!
    - J.B.
    "It was also obvious to me that the judges and even the prosecutors know and liked Andrew which I believe made him lawyer much more effective and successful in my case."
    About a year ago I met with Andrew Proto and hired his firm, Proto, Sachs & Brown, LLP to handle my criminal case. Andrew was able to work out a deal with the prosecutor to have my criminal charges dismissed and my court record sealed. It was also obvious to me that the judges and even the prosecutors know and liked Andrew which I believe made him lawyer much more effective and successful in my case. I really appreciate his service and the firm.
    - Ricky C.
    "David's professionalism put me at ease and I felt confident in his ability to represent me during my court appearance."
    David was very knowledgeable yet also pragmatic and focused when discussing the outcomes surrounding my case. He was able to reach the best deal for me, getting my 6 point traffic ticket dropped to NO points and will NOT be reported to the DMV. He's affordable, and it was immediately obvious to me that he is not concerned about price gouging. David's professionalism put me at ease and I felt confident in his ability to represent me during my court appearance. Everything about the process felt organized and well-managed, and I have no reservations recommending his services.
    - B.M.
    "Fantastic law firm from top to bottom."
    David and Keith were fantastic throughout my case. Their knowledge , thoroughness and compassion was outstanding. Going through a divorce with small children was the worst time in my life but I was able to get through it with their help. Keith was always fully prepared for court and always had me fully prepared no matter my emotional state. He was hard and focused when he needed to be and always listened to every detail big or small. I wouldn't be where I am today with 2 happy kids if it wasn't for all of the help and hard work from David and Keith.
    - Matthew B
    "He is very responsive and clearly knows what he is doing."
    Thank you for treating me as if I was a VIP. David did a great job getting my speeding charge dismissed. He is very responsive and clearly knows what he is doing.
    - Former Client
    "Through their hard work, I was able to have my case dropped from a potential class 1 misdemeanor to a class 3 violation with a sealed case which will never have any bearing on my future."
    David Sachs and the lawyers at Proto, Sachs & Brown, LLP are the best criminal lawyers in Westchester County. Each lawyer in the firm are top-rated as I had the opportunity to work with each of the 3 attorneys.
    - Robert C.
    "Outstanding lawyers. You have got to talk to them!"
    The firm helped me out in Yonkers, NY with a drug arrest. I thought all was lost and my wife was really annoyed with me. My lawyers kept everything under control and really put my mind at ease. They explained everything and even answered my frantic questions on a Saturday!! They are the type of guys that makes you feel good and knows what they are talking about. Its like everyone knew my lawyer in court and my lawyer was always prepared much more prepared than the DA. They worked everything out for me and all I had to do was stay out of trouble for a few months and the case was dismissed. Just like that dismissed. I wrote this review because I called the firm months and months later and even though I wasn't calling to hire the firm for anything they took the time to talk to me on the phone like a friend. If you don't know what lawyer to call you need to talk to Proto, Sachs & Brown, LLP!! They are great!
    - Former Client

Why You Should Choose Our Law Firm

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  • Experience & Perspective
    100+ years of combined experience, including criminal prosecution