No, the police cannot see your Google searches whenever they want to, but they can get access to your search history via a warrant, which requires probable cause. However, Google is obligated to report child sexual abuse material on its platform to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children under 18 USC 2258A. In turn, they may pass along this information to the authorities. Your search history is logged by Google, even if you delete it on your device.
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Child Pornography Attorney In Santa Ana, CA
California is particularly harsh on child pornography offenders. If charged, you can be sure that the prosecutor will do everything in their power to thoroughly investigate the alleged crime and pursue a conviction. Know that you’re facing a lifetime sentence, not in the literal sense that you’ll be imprisoned for life, but rather that there are serious social and legal consequences that will follow you forever. A Santa Ana child pornography lawyer can provide you with the legal guidance you need.
If you are charged with a child pornography crime, a Santa Ana sex crime lawyer can create a defense strategy and press it against the prosecution. The Law Offices of Jacqueline Goodman can work to maintain your innocence and clear your name.
What Is Child Pornography?
Child pornography is any graphic material depicting minors engaging in sexual acts. Even if the content is sexually suggestive rather than overtly sexual, it may still constitute child pornography. This content can take the form of pictures or videos, both physical and digital. In California, it is illegal to create, distribute, and possess this material. If you are facing accusations related to these offenses, consulting a Santa Ana Criminal Defense Lawyer can help you understand your legal rights and possible defenses.
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Criminal cases are often complicated. There are two sides to every story, and it is important that the court sees the situation clearly. We can help defend you in your criminal case and make sure your perspective is heard.
Defenses Against Child Pornography Charges
In 2024, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children received over one million tips of child sexual exploitation that originated in the U.S. Furthermore, from 2020 to 2024, there was a 34.4% increase in child pornography cases. With the increase in these types of cases, knowing how to defend yourself against these charges is essential. Possible defenses include:
- Entrapment. If someone tricked you into buying or viewing child sexual abuse material, you can argue that you would not have done so without their intervention.
- Illegal search. If the police searched your computer, phone, or home without a warrant, whatever they uncovered would not be admissible in court. This may not be enough to get the case dismissed, but it could prevent key evidence from helping the prosecution.
- Lack of intent. Maybe you clicked a strange link, received an email from an unknown sender, or visited an unfamiliar web page by mistake. If you did not intentionally view the material, save it, or send it to someone else, this could beat the charges.
- The material does not fit the definition of child pornography. Nudity does not equal pornography. If you can show how the material is for an educational or other valid purpose, it could lead to a case dismissal or acquittal.
- Age. If the person in the material is over the age of 18, then there’s no child pornography crime. Proving their age can overcome the charges.
How The Law Offices of Jacqueline Goodman Can Protect Your Rights
At The Law Offices of Jacqueline Goodman, we have over 20 years of experience in defending against some of the most serious criminal charges out there. Child pornography penalties are quite severe, carrying the potential for:
- Decades-long prison sentences
- Expensive fines and restitution
- Registration on the sex offender list
- Device monitoring
Furthermore, you’ll have difficulty finding work, securing loans, and even applying to schools.
We aren’t afraid of taking on even the most high-stakes cases. Our firm is even admitted to argue cases in the Supreme Court, an honor that is only reserved for a select few attorneys. When you hire us, we can get to work quickly to review everything that’s happened so far and see that your rights are respected. We can conduct our own investigation and research to craft an effective defense strategy. Whether filing motions to dismiss, negotiating for a plea deal, or arguing in court, we can be by your side throughout your child pornography case.
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