Sex Offenses

Many sex crimes in Florida involve age gaps, such as when one person is an adult and the other is a minor. We recently discussed how the age of consent in Florida is 18, which is notably higher than in some other states. In Florida, someone must be a legal adult to...

There are many ways for people to violate the laws related to sexual encounters. Certain types of behavior, such as the use of violence, clearly constitute a violation of the law. Other, much more innocent behavior could also lead to allegations of sexual offenses....

Dating apps have changed how people meet and connect in today's digital world. While these platforms offer a convenient way to find potential partners, they also come with hidden legal risks. If you're a Florida resident using dating apps, you should know how your...

Florida law enforcement often uses online sting operations to combat sex offenses. These operations target people through social media, dating apps and chat rooms. While police aim to protect potential victims, some tactics might cross the line into entrapment....

Florida law categorizes sex offenses into various types, each with distinct legal definitions and consequences. You need to know the differences between common, arrestable sex offenses and their penalties. Sexual battery Sexual battery, often referred to as rape,...

The concept of sex tourism is a relatively recent one. It can refer to a person's travel to another country where it's legal to have sex with sex workers. If a U.S. citizen or permanent resident visits one of these countries with the primary intention of engaging in...

Human trafficking can either be sex or labor-oriented and affect both adults and children. Victims can be any age or gender and have any citizenship, residency or immigration status. A person may be a victim of sex trafficking if someone brings them into the...

Once someone is labeled a sex offender, their life changes forever. That individual must register their address with the police in every jurisdiction that they move to here in Florida and anywhere else in this country. Defendants are given three days to register as a...

Human trafficking has become a serious issue in the United States in recent years. It's such a problem that Washington became the first state to criminalize this type of offense in 2003. Many other states have followed suit since then. There are two primary types of...

On May 14, a Florida man was taken into custody after he was accused of giving a teen girl methamphetamine before trying to have sexual intercourse with her. The arrest came after authorities had been investigating the case for nearly two months.In late March,...