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Tinley Park Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer for Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child Charges

Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child covers not only sexual penetration, but also any type of sexual contact with a child if done so for the purposes of sexual gratification or arousal. Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault is the main charge that follows from sexual contact or penetration with anyone under the age of 13 in Illinois. The law, however, only applies to those individuals who are at least 17 years old at the time of the offense.

In addition to the severe criminal penalties associated with the offense, Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child carries with it the possibility of life imprisonment depending on the individual's criminal history and whether or not the victim suffers any disability or serious injuries as a result of the assault.

Along with the mandatory minimum prison terms as outlined below, anyone convicted of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child must serve a minimum of 85% of their sentence before they can be considered for early release.

The Sentence

TYPE OF PREDATORY CRIMINAL SEXUAL ASSAULT

SENTENCE

PRISON TERM

MAXIMUM FINE

PROBATION

If (1) above

Class X Felony

6 to 60 years

$25,000

No

If (2)(a) above

Class X Felony

16 to 75 years

$25,000

No

If (2)(b) above

Class X Felony

21 to 80 years

$25,000

No

If (2)(c) above

Class X Felony

50 years to natural life imprisonment

$25,000

No

If (3) above

Class X Felony

50 to 60 years

$25,000

No

If offense committed against 2 or more persons (regardless of whether the acts arose out of a single occurrence)

Class X Felony

Mandatory natural life imprisonment

$25,000

No

If second or subsequent conviction and has been previously convicted of the offenses of (or out-of-state offenses that are substantially similar):

Class X Felony

Mandatory natural life imprisonment

$25,000

No

Sex Offender Registration Requirement? Yes.

Contact Our Will County Sex Crimes Lawyer

If you have been accused of sexual assault against a child, we can provide you with legal representation and help you build a defense strategy. Contact us at 708-966-2408 for a complimentary consultation.

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