Child Molestation
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An accusation of child molestation is devastating, and Arizona prosecutes these cases aggressively. The stakes could not be higher. At Arizona Sex Crime Lawyers, we defend clients facing these allegations with diligence, sensitivity, and an unwavering focus on protecting their rights.
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What Is Child Molestation Under A.R.S. §13-1410?
A.R.S. §13-1410 defines child molestation as intentionally or knowingly engaging in or causing sexual contact, except sexual contact with the female breast, with a child under 15 years of age. Because the statute hinges on the alleged act and the child’s age, these cases often rest on interpretation and the reliability of interviews.
Why These Charges Are So Serious
Child molestation is a class 2 felony prosecuted under Arizona’s Dangerous Crimes Against Children laws. A conviction can carry:
- Long, mandatory prison sentences served without early release
- Consecutive terms when multiple counts are alleged
- Lifetime sex offender registration
- Lasting harm to family, career, and reputation
Common Situations That Lead to A.R.S. §13-1410 Charges
These allegations frequently emerge from custody disputes, from misinterpreted contact, or from statements a child made after suggestive or repeated questioning. The way an interview is conducted can shape the entire case, and those details deserve careful, professional scrutiny.
How Arizona Sex Crime Lawyers Can Help
At Arizona Sex Crime Lawyers, we focus our practice on defending people accused of sex offenses. We examine how the allegation arose, scrutinize the evidence and any interviews, protect your constitutional rights, and look for every avenue to challenge or reduce the charge. You do not have to face this alone, and the sooner we are involved, the more we may be able to do.