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Teens sending nude photos to adults: the legal issue

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Jan 13, 2021 | Sex crimes

Relationships with large age disparities come under fire for various reasons. Other parties violate the couple's privacy. Emotions flare up when a lover fails to meet expectations. Sometimes, these personal disputes might even result in child pornography charges....

Impact of a sexual assault charge

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Jan 1, 2021 | Sex crimes

Facing any criminal charge can change your life, but facing a sexual assault charge can have far-reaching consequences, even if you do not end up with a conviction.  At Wampler & Passanise, we understand how much such a charge can impact your life and want to help...

How do you handle your sex offense in a job interview?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Nov 25, 2020 | Sex crimes

You want to put your legal past behind you, but find it crops up unexpectedly in various areas of your life. For instance, you must inform potential employers of your record, and you may have to explain your offense in an interview. How should you handle this? Monster...

Evidence quality may prove or disprove a trafficking charge

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Nov 23, 2020 | Sex crimes

Trafficking offenses related to forced labor or prostitution may result in a serious felony charge. According to the FBI, however, a prosecutor may first need to prove that an individual charged used threat, physical force or coercion to bring about a victim’s...

Reviewing Missouri’s minor consent laws

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Sep 25, 2020 | Sex crimes

Parents in Missouri no doubt maintain a good deal of concern about their teens as they first begin to interact with their peers in an intimate matter. Much of the advice and guidance parents give during this time is likely based on their own unique moral standards....

The Risks of Sexting: Understanding the Legalities and What To Do If Charged

The Risks of Sexting: Understanding the Legalities and What To Do If Charged

by cjones | Sep 18, 2020 | Sex crimes

Sexting among teenagers continues to skyrocket, with significant jumps over the past decade. According to recent research from the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Pediatrics, nearly 30 percent of teens (or one in four) are receiving sexts and almost...

The Sometimes-Complex World of Online Stings

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Sep 9, 2020 | Sex crimes

One of the most common methods that law enforcement agencies use to catch would-be child sexual abusers is the online sting operation. Police officers will post profiles or ads on sites like Craigslist, pretending to either be an underage person or pretending to offer...

Can you take a sexy picture of someone without their permission?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Aug 17, 2020 | Sex crimes

Mobile computing technology has made incredible digital cameras readily available to most people. That means that you don't have to pull out a camera or worry about buying film in order to take excellent photos.  Unfortunately, sometimes the temptation to capture...

Can an anime or manga collection lead to criminal charges?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Jul 31, 2020 | Sex crimes

Manga and anime cartoons are hugely popular around the world -- including with avid collectors here in the United States. The art forms often depict graphic, fanciful sexual encounters and nudity. The 2003 PROTECT Act, which was designed to prevent child abuse and the...

How age and mental capacity affect the ability to consent to sexual activity

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Jul 22, 2020 | Sex crimes

Sexual contact with anyone is something that must be agreeable by both parties in order to be legal. When either party doesn’t consent, the contact is likely a criminal matter. There are some individuals who are unable to consent to sexual activities even if they...

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