Electronic Solicitation Defense Attorneys in Kansas City
Serving Missouri and Kansas ● Because Experience Counts
Everyone charged for sex crimes involving children faces a similar problem: the public, police and prosecutors are inclined to label you a "sexual predator" and immediately assume you are guilty. Overcoming this stigma is crucial – especially since these charges are often brought on shaky evidence.
Only an attorney who will aggressively fight your charges can help. But how do you know which one to choose? Do your homework – look at things like experience and reputation. Most importantly, meet your lawyer before you decide to hire.
Cornwell & Scherff ● Se Habla Español!
Call 913-254-7600 or contact us online.
Attorney Carl E. Cornwell has practiced criminal defense for over 30 years and he has taken more than 250 cases to a jury trial. He's well–known for having successfully handled some of the most high–profile cases in the region.
He is joined by attorney Dionne Scherff, who has practiced in criminal law for over 15 years. Ms. Scherff is a former prosecutor – she understands the criminal justice system from the inside out, and can often anticipate the tactics of your opposition.
Our Unique Defenses for Electronic Solicitation
Electronic solicitation defense is challenging for attorneys, because the prosecution may have already acquired an extensive amount of electronic evidence. But we can still fight back on your behalf.
- People Lie About Their Age: In one case, our client had been sent a picture of the supposedly 13–year–old girl he was chatting with – but the girl in the picture looked much older than 13. We argued successfully that he thought the girl was lying about her age.
- No Crime Was Actually Committed: One client we represented simply claimed that even though he set up a "date" with a young girl, he'd had no intentions of actually going through with anything once he got there. How can the government prove what he was thinking?
In many cases, we can work with our clients and have them undergo psychological evaluation and treatment in order to work out an appropriate resolution.
For an appointment to discuss electronic solicitation defense with a lawyer at Cornwell & Scherff, call 913-254-7600 or contact us online.
