Protecting the Rights of Sex Crime Defendants
Being charged with a sex crime can be one of the most frightening things a person can experience. Often, people assume that a person who has been charged with such a serious crime must be guilty. You may feel like nobody is on your side.
I'm attorney Ralph Karsh, and my job is to be on your side when you need it most. I am committed to vigorously defending the rights of adult and child sex crime defendants. For a free consultation with an experienced criminal defense lawyer, contact my office in Pittsburgh.
Experienced at Helping Clients Avoid Serious Consequences
I defend clients against a full range of adult and child sex crimes under Pennsylvania and federal criminal law. I have been practicing as a criminal defense attorney since 1990 and have helped many clients fight charges such as the following:
- Rape and sexual assault
- Child sexual abuse
- Child pornography
A conviction on one of these charges can have extremely serious consequences, including not only jail time but also lifetime placement on the sex offender registry, which severely restricts where you can live, what kinds of jobs you can hold and your personal privacy.
Willing to Fight False Allegations in Court
There are many reasons why people claim to be victims of sex crimes. In some unfortunate cases, accusers will use false allegations as a weapon in custody cases or other personal disputes, claiming that they or their children have been victimized.
I have successfully taken on false allegations by thoroughly investigating the facts and calling the accuser's credibility into question.
Juries are often naturally sympathetic to anyone claiming to be a sex crime victim, but the fact remains that you have a right to confront your accuser with the help of a diligent lawyer. I am prepared to ask the right questions and make sure your side of the story is told.
Contact me to discuss how I can help you fight sex crime charges.
