Chicago, IL criminal defense attorney Gal Pissetzky talks about his experience in handling sex crime cases. This legal practice is dedicated to handling serious felony cases, including violent crimes, federal offenses, significant drug-related charges, and various sex crimes. Sex crimes, which can be prosecuted in either state or federal court, cover a wide range of offenses. These include sexual assault, predatory criminal sexual assault against children, child pornography, production of child pornography, grooming, and other related charges, with specific accusations based on the facts presented by the prosecution.

Expert witnesses play a crucial role in defending these cases. For instance, in matters involving computer pornography, federal authorities might seize the defendant’s computer to examine its contents. Independent experts are often brought in to verify whether the federal search was conducted properly and to confirm the presence and exact location of any files identified by the government.

In cases of child sexual assault or child pornography, defense experts may challenge the prosecution’s claims about the alleged victim’s age. They can provide testimony suggesting that the victim’s age cannot be reliably determined based solely on their appearance or depiction.

Given the complexities and nuances of sex crime cases, it is difficult to discuss specific defenses without knowing the particular details of each case. However, extensive experience across these areas enables the firm to quickly identify key issues and develop a customized defense strategy when consulting with potential clients.