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If You Have Been Arrested for a Crime or are being Investigated for A Suspected Criminal Action, you need legal advice and the assistance of an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer. Call the Law Offices of Edward J. Chandler, P.A. to begin protecting your rights TODAY….Phone (954) 788-1355
Child Pornography Crimes - Arrested?
What is considered child pornography:
Under federal law (18 U.S.C. §2256), child pornography is defined as any visual depiction, including any photograph, film, video, picture, or computer or computer-generated image or picture, whether made or produced by electronic, mechanical, or other means, of sexually explicit conduct, where
- the production of the visual depiction involves the use of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct; or
- the visual depiction is a digital image, computer image, or computer-generated image that is, or is indistinguishable from, that of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct; or
- the visual depiction has been created, adapted, or modified to appear that an identifiable minor is engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
Federal law (18 U.S.C. §1466A) also criminalizes knowingly producing, distributing, receiving, or possessing with intent to distribute, a visual depiction of any kind, including a drawing, cartoon, sculpture or painting, that
- depicts a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct and is obscene, or
- depicts an image that is, or appears to be, of a minor engaging in graphic bestiality, sadistic or masochistic abuse, or sexual intercourse, including genital-genital, oral-genital, anal-genital, or oral-anal, whether between persons of the same or opposite sex and such depiction lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.
Sexually explicit conduct is defined under federal law (18 U.S.C. §2256) as actual or simulated sexual intercourse (including genital-genital, oral-genital, anal-genital, or oral-anal, whether between persons of the same or opposite sex), bestiality, masturbation, sadistic or masochistic abuse, or lascivious exhibition of the genitals or pubic area of any person.
Who Is a Minor according to the law?
For purposes of enforcing the federal law (18 U.S.C. §2256), “minor” is defined as a person under the age of 18.
Is possession Child Pornography a Crime?
Yes, it is a federal crime to knowingly possess, manufacture, distribute, or access with intent to view child pornography (18 U.S.C. §2252). In addition, all 50 states and the District of Columbia have laws criminalizing the possession, manufacture, and distribution of child pornography. As a result, a person who violates these laws may face federal and/or state charges.
Most child pornography charges being brought against people today relate to the use of the Internet and mobile phones. They usually involve some form of file sharing or picture download. With the explosion of explicit images online, it's quite possible to run afoul of child pornography laws without even trying.
Of course, possession of pornographic images of people under the age of 18 is not the only type of criminal charge you could face:
- Manufacturers of child porn face the stiffest criminal penalties. This is often a federal sex crime with a mandatory minimum sentence.
- Distribution of child pornography, by hosting images on a Web site or sending them by email, by phone, or by mail. Distributors of child porn are relentlessly investigated by the police and FBI. U.S. "distributors" or child porn website hosts of foreign-made child porn will find themselves facing serious charges.
The most common child porn charge is possession, usually of downloaded images on a computer.
Fighting Your Child Pornography Charges
Technology has drastically changed the way police collect evidence in child porn cases. Law enforcement agencies, even at the local level, have sophisticated technology they use to see who is viewing and distributing child pornography. Even if you try to delete the child pornography, the police or feds have a record showing you had it.
If you have been arrested for possession or distribution of child pornography, call attorney Edward Chandler at 9954) 788-1355 as soon as possible.
Welcome to the .......
Law Offices
of
Edward J. Chandler, P.A.
708 East Atlantic Boulevard Telephone: (954) 788-1355
Pompano Beach, Fl 33060 Facsimile: (954) 788-1357
Call Today! 24/7
If You Have Been Arrested for a Crime or are being Investigated for A Suspected Criminal Action, you need legal advice and the assistance of an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer. Call the Law Offices of Edward J. Chandler, P.A. to begin protecting your rights TODAY….Phone (954) 788-1355
EDWARD J. CHANDLER, ESQ. represents clients in State and Federal criminal defense cases in the following areas:
- Federal Criminal Trials
- State Felony Trials
- Drug Trafficking Cases
- Conspiracy Cases
- RICO Cases
- Health Care Fraud
- Bank Fraud
- Money Laundering
- Security Violations
- IRS Violations
- White Collar Crime
- Asset Forfeiture
- Grand Jury Representation
- Business Fraud and Theft
- Battery
- DUI
- Grand Theft
- Battery on a LEO
- Burglary
- DUI Driving under the influence
- BUI Boating under the influence
- Traffic Cases Driving with Suspended License
- Drug Cases prescription drugs, marijuana, cocaine
- Felonies and Misdemeanors
- Juvenile Delinquency Cases
- VOP’s Violations of Probation
Attorney Edward J. Chandler has successfully represented numerous clients charged with criminal offenses throughout the State of Florida. Edward J. Chandler prides himself on aggressive representation with a personal touch. Armed with Federal and State legal knowledge and experience, he can build a winning defense. Edward J. Chandler, Esq. is accustomed to taking on the criminal justice system and achieving the best results for his clients. In addition to personally handling your case from investigation, arrest, bond hearing, arraignment, discovery and through jury trial, Edward J. Chandler, Esq. will be available to you during every step of the criminal procedure. Edward J. Chandler guarantees that you and your case will receive his undivided attention.
When your future is on the line…Call the Law Offices of Edward J. Chandler, P.A. at (954) 788-1355 24/7 immediately! Your phone consultation is free and completely confidential.
Professional Organizations:
* Florida Bar since 1991
* Broward County Bar Association
* Association of Trial Lawyers of America -ATLA
* Federal Bar
* Federal Court -Southern and Middle Districts of Florida
* Supreme Court of United States
* 4th District Court of Appeals
* 11th Circuit Court of Appeals
* United States Tax Court
Welcome to the .......
Law Offices
of
Edward J. Chandler, P.A.
708 East Atlantic Boulevard Telephone: (954) 788-1355
Pompano Beach, Fl 33060 Facsimile: (954) 788-1357
Call Today! 24/7
If You Have Been Arrested for a Crime or are being Investigated for A Suspected Criminal Action, you need legal advice and the assistance of an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer. Call the Law Offices of Edward J. Chandler, P.A. to begin protecting your rights TODAY….Phone (954) 788-1355
EDWARD J. CHANDLER, ESQ. represents clients in State and Federal criminal defense cases in the following areas:
- Federal Criminal Trials
- State Felony Trials
- Drug Trafficking Cases
- Conspiracy Cases
- RICO Cases
- Health Care Fraud
- Bank Fraud
- Money Laundering
- Security Violations
- IRS Violations
- White Collar Crime
- Asset Forfeiture
- Grand Jury Representation
- Business Fraud and Theft
- Battery
- DUI
- Grand Theft
- Battery on a LEO
- Burglary
- DUI Driving under the influence
- BUI Boating under the influence
- Traffic Cases Driving with Suspended License
- Drug Cases prescription drugs, marijuana, cocaine
- Felonies and Misdemeanors
- Juvenile Delinquency Cases
- VOP’s Violations of Probation
If You Have Been Arrested for a Crime or are being Investigated for A Suspected Criminal Action, you need legal advice and the assistance of an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer.
Call the Law Offices of Edward J. Chandler, P.A. to begin protecting your rights TODAY….
Phone (954) 788-1355
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Note: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult with an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters, and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. All information herein is subject to Florida Rules of Professional Conduct 4-7.2.
Phone (954) 788-1355
The information on this Law Firm website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this or associated pages, documents, comments, answers, emails, or other communications should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information on this website is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing of this information does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.
Note: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult with an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters, and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. All information herein is subject to Florida Rules of Professional Conduct 4-7.2.
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