Sex Crimes Lawyer

Sex Crimes Lawyer in Baltimore County, Maryland

Experienced Defense Against Sex Crime Charges in Towson and Baltimore County

Sex crime charges in Baltimore County carry severe consequences. Convictions can result in lengthy prison sentences, lifetime sex offender registration, and lasting barriers to employment and housing. Shepard Law provides dedicated criminal defense representation for individuals facing these charges in Towson, Essex, Catonsville, and throughout Baltimore County.

At Shepard Law in Towson, principal attorney Stephen P. Shepard provides client-centered and compassionate criminal defense representation to individuals facing sex crime charges throughout Baltimore County. With more than a decade of dedicated service defending clients in Towson, Essex, Catonsville, and surrounding communities, our firm focuses on understanding your unique circumstances and protecting your future with thoughtful, personalized advocacy.

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A sex crime charge in Baltimore County requires prompt, compassionate legal guidance. The earlier you reach out, the better we can protect your rights and explore all available options.

Call Shepard Law at (410) 648-4008 or complete our secure online contact form for a free, confidential consultation. We also offer jail visits for a fee when needed. Attorney Stephen P. Shepard is prepared to listen carefully to your story, explain your rights, and provide the client-centered and compassionate representation you deserve in Maryland sex crime cases.

Sex Crime Charges Shepard Law Defends

Maryland law addresses sex crimes primarily in Criminal Law Title 3, Subtitle 3, and in related statutes. The following charges are covered in more detail on their own pages.

Sex offenses. First-, second-, third-, and fourth-degree sexual offenses under Criminal Law §§ 3-303 through 3-308. These are serious felonies or misdemeanors depending on the degree. See our sex offenses page.
Possession of child pornography. Criminal Law § 11-208. A felony. The maximum penalty is 5 years and a $2,500 fine for a first offense. See our possession of child pornography page.
Distribution of child pornography. Criminal Law § 11-207. A felony. The maximum penalty is 10 years and a $25,000 fine for a first offense. See our distribution of child pornography page.
Failure to register as a sex offender. Criminal Procedure § 11-721. A felony or misdemeanor depending on the tier. The maximum penalty can reach 5 years. See our failure to register page.

Indecent exposure under Criminal Law § 11-107 is a related misdemeanor. The maximum penalty is 3 years and a $1,000 fine. It is often charged with other public-order offenses.

Where These Cases Are Heard

Misdemeanor sex crime charges begin in District Court. Baltimore County has District Court locations in Towson, Essex, and Catonsville. The charging document shows which location was assigned. Felony charges, and misdemeanor charges on which the defendant prays a jury trial, are heard in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County. That court sits only in Towson. Because the maximum penalty on most of these charges exceeds 90 days, a jury-trial prayer is available on the misdemeanor counts.

Why Choose Shepard Law for Sex Crimes Defense in Baltimore County

Stephen P. Shepard is a respected Baltimore County criminal defense attorney recognized by Super Lawyers as a “Rising Star,” Avvo with a 10.0 “Superb” rating, Martindale-Hubbell as a “Client Champion Platinum,” and The National Trial Lawyers as a “Top 40 Under 40.” He is an active member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association and regularly appears in Baltimore County courts.

Our Towson office, located at 303 W. Pennsylvania Avenue, Towson, MD 21204, serves clients across Baltimore County. At Shepard Law, you receive client-centered and compassionate representation focused on your individual needs and long-term well-being in these highly sensitive matters.

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