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The charge of sex crime can be DEVASTATINGDisclaimer: www.petruslaw.comThe tips in this presentation are general in nature. Please use your New York Criminal Defense Lawyerdiscretion while following them. The author does not guarantee legal Phone: 212.564.2440validity of the tips contained herein. paul@petruslaw.com

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Mr. Petrus worked exclusively in adult sex crimes for over three and a half years while working as a probation officer. He has received specialized training in sex crimes. As a probation officer, he has searched computers for child pornography and assisted in the charging of defendants with crimes thereof.

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Why should you take sex crime charge very seriously• Not only you will be prosecuted and may have to go to jail, but also you have to fight social stigma.• With social activism and disappearing moderate views on the rise, you are probably experiencing the darkest days of your life.

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You must fight for your justice, as well as keep faith in the judiciary and plan to fight back. Avoid mistakes

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#1: Don t talk to police without an attorney present• Anything you say can be used against you as evidence in the court.• Do not talk with the police or child protective agencies without an attorney present.

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#2: Keep low profile• Any aggressive posturing may damage your social reputation.• Refute the charge, but avoid being aggressive in your defense in public.

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You have to fight public perception. Bad news spreads fast. So you have to act fast

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#1: Appoint a NY Sex Crime Defense Attorney early• You need immediate legal help.• Appoint the best and experienced Sex Crime Defense Attorney you can find.• Consult your lawyer before making any public statement or talking to anyone.

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#2: Before hiring your attorney, do some research• Research about the attorney you are going to hire.• Make sure that he specializes in sex crimes defense cases in New York.• Sex crimes defense needs specialization and experience in dealing with these types of cases.• Hire a lawyer who has a well-established record of practicing in such cases.

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Contact Paul D. Petrus, Jr.New York Sex Crime Defense LawyerPhone: 212.564.2440 / 212.385.1961 paul@petruslaw.com www.petruslaw.com