The charge of Criminal Sexual Act in the Third Degree (NY PL 130.40) alleges that you engaged in particular sexual contact with a given type of person, and is a class E Felony in Rochester.
Conviction carries a sentence of between one and four years in prison.
In particular, NY PL 130.40 charges you with one of the following acts:
● Oral or anal sexual conduct with a person over the age of 17, who cannot give consent for any reason
● Being 21 or older, and engaging in oral or anal sexual conduct with a person less than 17 years old
● Engaging in oral or anal sexual conduct with another person without their consent, where lack of consent is for reasons other than incapacity.
Criminal Sexual Act in the Third Degree cases often hinge on the testimony given in court, and these cases always run the risk of devolving into he-said, she-said matters.
An experienced defense attorney knows how to analyze evidence and evaluate the statements that have led to this charge, and build a strong case in your defense.
If you need help with charges involving a criminal sexual act in the third degree, call the attorneys at Friedman & Ranzenhofer today at 585-484-7432 to speak to an experienced Rochester sex crimes defense attorney for free.
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