Have you been falsely accused and charged with an Enticement of a Child charge In Weld County? The top Colorado attorneys at the O’Malley Law office know situations happen and that police often charge people following Entrapment from a sting, or without enough evidence to get a conviction. An Enticement of a Child charge happens when an adult asks, tries, or convinces a child (under the age of 15) to enter a secluded place for the purpose of sexual contact or sexual assault. If you have been charged with Enticement of a Child in Fort Collins, Colorado find help here.
What is the Definition of Enticement of a Child, C.R.S. 18-3-305, in Greeley, Colorado?
In Greeley, the definition of Enticement of a Child, C.R.S. 18-3-305, is:
(2) Enticement of a child is a class 4 felony. It is a class 3 felony if the defendant has a previous conviction for enticement of a child or sexual assault on a child or for conspiracy to commit or the attempted commission of either offense, or if the enticement of a child results in bodily injury to that child.
(3) When a person is convicted, pleads nolo contendere, or receives a deferred sentence for a violation of the provisions of this section and the court knows the person is a current or former employee of a school district in this state or holds a license or authorization pursuant to the provisions of article 60.5 of title 22, C.R.S., the court shall report such fact to the department of education.
What if the Adult Charged with Enticement of a Child is a Teacher in Weld County?
When a teacher is charge, in Weld County they are at risk of losing their teaching license. If a teacher is convicted, plead no contest, or receives a deferred judgement then the Weld County Courts will report the teacher to the Colorado Department of Education and their license will be suspended.
In Greeley, Colorado What are the Penalties and Sentence for an Enticement of a Child Conviction?
In Greeley, the sentence for a first-time conviction is a class 4 felony with penalties of 2 to 6 years in Colorado State Prison, and a fine of $2,000 to $500,000. If the defendant has been previously convicted or the child is injured, then the sentence is based on a class 3 felony with penalties of 4 to 12 years in Colorado State Prison, and a fine of $3,000 to $750,000 (at the court’s discretion). With either a class 4 or class 3 felony, the defendant will be required to register as a Sex Offender. To learn more about registering as a Colorado Sex Offender go here.
Why Hire a Top Weld County Attorney When Facing an Enticement of a Child Charge?
When you are facing an Enticement of a Child Charge in Weld County, hiring a top attorney is essential. The O’Malley Law Office attorneys know that your freedom, finances, career, and future is at stake. Our experienced Enticement of a Child attorneys can navigate the details of your case and aggressively fight for you. You never want to become a sex offender without a fight.
Facing false allegations of Enticement of a Child charge in Greeley or Weld County? Be smart, and do not talk to the Greeley Police, but instead call the O’Malley Law Office today to talk with an experienced criminal defense attorney. We will honestly tell you all you need to know: the good news and the bad news. Contact our office at 970-616-6009. Together, we can protect your future.
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