Lewd behavior, indecent exposure.
Our skilled statutory rape lawyers in New Hanover County understand the difference a strategic defense strategy can make in our clients’ lives, protecting their futures and their very freedom.
If you have been charged with statutory rape in North Carolina, you do not have to face these challenging legal circumstances alone. We can help.
How is Statutory Rape Defined in North Carolina?
By definition, statutory rape is sexual intercourse with a minor.
In North Carolina, the age of consent is 16, which means despite a minor’s agreement or willingness to participate, he or she cannot consent to sexual intercourse while under the age of 16.
The penalties for statutory rape charges in North Carolina are dictated by the age difference between the two parties and can significantly and negatively impact each of our client’s lives with just a mere allegation.
If you have been accused of statutory rape, do not speak with investigators, law enforcement, or the prosecutor without an experienced sex crimes defense attorney by your side.
You have too much to lose to leave your statutory rape charges to chance. Contact Marcilliat & Mills PLLC to learn more about how our skilled statutory rape defense attorneys in Wilmington design unique legal strategies that pursue real results for our clients.
What are the Legal Penalties for Statutory Rape Convictions in North Carolina?
Statutory rape penalties in North Carolina are based on the age difference between the two parties who allegedly participated in a sex act.
In North Carolina, the legal penalties for a statutory rape conviction may include:
- A maximum term of 279 months imprisonment for a Class C Felony when there is a four to the six-year age difference between the parties.
- A maximum sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole for a Class B1 Felony when there is a six-year or greater age difference between the parties.
When North Carolina teenagers who are within four years of age of each other engage in consensual sex, the older party may not face statutory rape charges.
If you have been accused of statutory rape in North Carolina, contact us today to discuss your case today to ensure your rights are protected immediately and are safeguarded throughout your important case.
Skilled Wilmington Sex Crimes Attorneys Representing Clients in North Carolina
Our skilled criminal defense attorneys in Wilmington represent clients throughout North Carolina who are facing not just statutory rape allegations, but other serious sex crimes, so they understand their rights and have the legal protection necessary to face their charges with confidence.
The dedicated team of sex crimes defense attorneys in Wilmington at Marcilliat & Mills PLLC represent those who are accused of or charged with:
- Sexual assault or rape
- Aggravated sexual assault
- Date rape
- Sex crimes against children, including
- Juvenile sex offenses
- Lewd behavior, indecent exposure
- Prostitution, solicitation
- Kidnapping for the purpose of committing a sex crime
If you have been charged with a sex crime, allow our 110 years of combined criminal defense experience producing positive results for all North Carolinians and South Carolinians to go to work for you, so you can pursue the best outcome for your unique case.
Defending Students, Faculty & Staff in Title IX Cases Throughout Wilmington, North Carolina
Have you been accused of campus-related sexual misconduct?
These allegations — even without any substantial proof — can lead to students being expelled, instructors losing their professional licenses, and staff members losing the careers they have worked so hard to build.
We represent clients attending and working at colleges in Wilmington, including:
Our Title IX defense attorneys in Wilmington know that you have rights, and we want to help protect them by handling these sensitive matters with discretion while providing a strong and strategic defense that gives our clients confidence.
Contact Skilled Wilmington Statutory Rape Attorneys Who Produce Real Results for Clients Throughout North Carolina
If you have been accused, charged, or investigated for a crime in North Carolina, do not leave your future to chance by facing these serious allegations, the prosecutor’s office, and a potentially lengthy prison term if convicted — alone.
Contact our skilled statutory rape attorneys in Wilmington at Marcilliat & Mills PLLC today by calling (910) 858-8647 or online to schedule a free consultation to learn how we can empower you to take a stand and pursue real results.