Building A Defense Against Connecticut Child Pornography Charges

There are few criminal charges more damaging to your reputation than possession of child pornography. Under our system of justice, you are supposed to be considered innocent until proven guilty. Unfortunately, people tend to believe any accusation in child porn cases, including those that are baseless.

At Paoletti & Gusmano, Attorneys at Law, we understand that not all people accused of possession of child pornography are guilty. We believe that you, like anyone facing serious criminal charges, deserve quality representation in court. Our criminal defense lawyers provide aggressive services to protect your reputation and your future.

The Consequences Of A Child Pornography Conviction

If you have been charged with possession of child pornography, you are in a fight for your life. It is among the most serious of sex crimes. Possession of child pornography is often charged in federal court, where sentencing guidelines call for a minimum of five years in prison. Depending on the number of images alleged to be in your possession and whether you are charged with production, you could face a much longer sentence. This is also true if your case involves multiple charges such as solicitation of a minor. Even if you are charged in state court and are offered probation, you face the risk of lifetime registration as a sex offender.

What Are Some Defenses To Child Pornography Charges?

The early involvement of an experienced criminal defense attorney is essential to protect you from devastating consequences. There are many defenses in child pornography cases. Here are some examples:

• The images are not pornography.
• The images were downloaded onto your computer by another person.
• The images were inadvertently downloaded after you clicked on a deceptive link.

Many young people face child pornography charges for images on cellphones. If you are accused of possessing images on your cellphone, it’s important to talk to an experienced child pornography defense attorney before you talk to the police to avoid self-incrimination.

Get Legal Help As Soon As Possible

The sooner you contact us, the more time we have to prepare your defense. Call us at 203-491-1015 to speak with an experienced child pornography defense lawyer in Connecticut. You may also contact us online. We offer flat-fee services and will discuss all costs with you upfront.