Statutory Rape & Indecent Liberties Defense Lawyer In Olathe, Johnson County, KS

Statutory Rape and Indecent Liberties With a Minor Defense

In Kansas, persons under 16 are viewed as legally incapable of consenting to sexual activity of any kind. Offenses involving sex with individuals under this age are generally known as “statutory” rape. Even teenagers in high school can suffer a significant felony charge when one is over 16 and the other is younger.

For over 26 years, I have limited my practice to defense of serious criminal charges.  If you are facing criminal accusations involving sexual activities with a minor, contact my Overland Park Law Office today to schedule an initial consultation: (913) 322-3265.

Unlike criminal sexual assault charges involving adults, any sexual activity involving someone under the age of 16 in the state of Kansas is criminal by definition.  Persons under the age of 16 are deemed to be incapable of lawfully consenting to sexual activity – even in cases where they participated willingly and enthusiastically.  In Kansas, mistake of age or lack of knowledge of age is not a defense to these serious offenses.

I provide aggressive Criminal Defense of all charges in Johnson County, Kansas, Wyandotte County, Kansas, Jackson County, Missouri, and the entire Kansas City Metro Area including DeSoto, Gardner, Lenexa, Leawood, Mission, Merriam, Olathe, Overland Park, Prairie Village, and Shawnee.

Statutory Rape Laws in Kansas

Indecent liberties with a minor, the formal Kansas term for sex with a person younger than 16, is a very serious offense and could result in a lengthy prison sentence. Aggravating circumstances, such as a very young victim, physical force or coercion, or extensive or repeated sexual activity, can increase the length of a prison term.

Paul D. Cramm, a seasoned rape defense lawyer in Johnson County, KS, combines dedicated and aggressive defense with a personalized approach to protect your rights. Specializing in serious felonies to misdemeanors, Paul is committed to fighting vigorously for every client's case with one-on-one attention.

Contact For An Initial Consultation (913) 322-3265

In Kansas, mistake of age is NOT a defense to charges of Indecent Liberties with a Minor – even in circumstances where the minor has knowingly and affirmatively lied about or otherwise misrepresented their age.

Defense of statutory rape or child sexual abuse will frequently involve Forensic Interview protocol, Sexual Assault Examination, and DNA testing.  In most cases, consultation with an independent expert and presentation of expert testimony at trial is essential to an effective defense.

The riskiest decision you can make upon learning that you may be a suspect in such a case is to voluntarily talk to the police without counsel. Resist the impulse to tell ‘your side of the story’ to police.  Instead, call an experienced sex crimes defense lawyer immediately.

If you happen to have nude photos of your 17-year-old girlfriend on your phone – even images that she took and texted to you – you face serious trouble. Although the age of consent for sexual activity in Kansas is 16, federal and state laws addressing child pornography require all “models” and “actors” to be at least 18 years of age. Child pornography charges are serious and the consequences are severe. While your 17-year-old girlfriend may be mature enough to consent to sexual intercourse, she is not legally mature enough to consent to a steamy photo shoot.

“The Importance of Aggressive Sex Related Criminal Defense”.