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If you get caught in a sexual interference offence, immediately hire a lawyer and contact us. In such offences, you must have the best legal defence so you can easily face the allegations and your hearings in court.
Sexual interference refers to when someone intentionally touches a person under the age of 16 in a sexual way. This offence is different from the offence of sexual assault because it involves a minor under 16.
In sexual assault, the contact is sexual in nature, while on the other hand, if we talk about sexual interference, it includes the touching that is for the sexual purpose. Touching someone who is under the age of 16 sexually means they have some sexual interaction.
In simple words, if a person sexually touches another person, it does not always mean that they have a sexual intention. In such a situation, if someone gets caught in the offence of sexual interference, it is difficult for the prosecutor to prove it because they have to show that the person touching had the intention to do it for a sexual reason rather than just touching them.
In Canada, sexual interference is a criminal offence that targets sexual crimes against minors. Sexual interference charges include allegations of child molestation and other assaults, which typically result in sexual interference charges against the accused. In Toronto, it is widespread for police to charge someone with both sexual assault and sexual interference offences when a child or a person under the age of 16 says they have been treated inappropriately.
In Canada, all Canadians are treated equally by the law. This statement is also true for those accused of sexual assault and other related crimes. In today’s world, most people tend to believe someone who says they were sexually assaulted, even before all the facts are known. This means that you can be seen guilty by the public, even before a proper investigation or trial happens.
The crown must establish that an offence happened beyond a reasonable doubt. If they cannot do that, then the accused is entitled to be found not guilty. We work hard to ensure that our client’s interests are well represented.
Sexual interference is a serious offence that carries with it the possibility of a lengthy prison sentence. If the crown proceeds with the way of summary conviction, you may face a maximum prison sentence of two years and a minimum sentence of 90 days.
Other rules must be followed by a person who is found guilty of sexual interference, even if they are sentenced. These rules can affect their life for a long time. Some of these rules include getting their DNA taken, following Section 161 rules, and being on the Sex Offender Registry. It’s essential to have a lawyer who can explain all these rules to you and work hard to get the best result possible.
Someone found guilty of this crime or sexual assault faces a sentence ranging from a minimum of 90 days to a maximum of 2 years less a day in jail if the prosecutor decides on a summary procedure. If the prosecutor opts for an indictment, the punishment can be a minimum of one year to a maximum of 14 years in prison. Due to the betrayal of trust and the exploitative nature of the crime, a sentence for sexual exploitation is expected to exceed the minimum.
If you are facing any criminal charges in Toronto, it is imperative to have a good lawyer. Especially for serious charges like sexual interference or sexual misconduct. At the Toronto Law Firm, we know everything about such offences. We have your back, and we are ready to fight for you. When it comes to such cases, we look at all the details carefully and come up with a strong defence. We will do everything we can to defend you in court and out. Some of the ways we defend people is by trying to show that the person accused:
In each case, the defence strategy varies based on the situation and the evidence the prosecution presents. For a guilty verdict, the trial must confirm without a doubt that the defendant purposely made contact with the minor, who was under 16, for a sexual reason.
If you have been caught in sexual interference, it can be a very stressful experience. Just being accused of this crime can make people think badly about you because it’s a susceptible issue. It’s essential to talk to a lawyer right away to understand what you can do to protect yourself.
A lawyer can also do much more. They can do the following work and help you to get rid of the case;
Sexual interference cases are very complicated and different for each situation. It is often about who people believe more. Getting a lawyer gives you the best chance of defending yourself well. If you want to know more about how we can help, get in touch with us.
Sexual interference is the offences that relate to sexual offences against any person under the age of consent, which usually is 16 years of age.
The punishment for sexual interference offenses ranges from a minimum of 90 days to a maximum of two years less a day in jail, depending on whether the crown opts for summary proceedings.
Sexual assault involves using force in a sexual context without consent, while sexual interference entails touching someone under 16 years old for a sexual reason.
