The enticement of a child law in Arapahoe County prohibits inviting a kid 14 or younger somewhere intending to have sexual contact with them. The child doesn't have to be aware of the intentions for charges to result. Inviting a young person anywhere is risky behavior, especially if that place is secluded or private.

Sometimes innocent people face damaging criminal charges in Aurora, Centennial, or Englewood because a child misinterprets an adult's intentions. The expertise and representation of a skilled criminal defense attorney is essential when facing an accusation or charge of enticing a child for sex.

What is Child Enticement in Colorado?

The elements of enticement of a child are defined and addressed in C.R.S. 18-3-305. Committing this sex offense in Arapahoe County includes:

• inviting or persuading (or attempting to invite or persuade),
• a child under 15 years of age,
• to enter a vehicle, building, room, or secluded place,
• intending to commit sexual assault or unlawful sexual contact upon the child

Electronic conversations are often of particular interest to police and investigators in these enticement cases. They target images and conversations looking for invitations to meet, statements of age, and any hints of sexual behavior. The risks are far too high to engage in any electronic communication with young teenagers on smartphones, tablets, or computers.

Enticement of a Child Sentencing in Arapahoe County

The ramifications of a conviction of enticement of a child are particularly damaging in Arapahoe County. As a first-time sex offense against a child, a class 4 felony applies. Consequences can include 2 – 6 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections and also fines of $2,000 – $500,000.

However, if the enticement leads to bodily injury to the child or the defendant has prior convictions of enticement of a child or sexual assault on a child, a class 3 felony can apply. Incarceration penalties can as much as double and fines may increase as well. A child enticement conviction also results in sex offender registration, supervised probation after serving jail time, and sex offender treatment.

Enticing a Child Defense in Aurora, Centennial, and Englewood

The enticement of a child law in Colorado has nuances to it that require help from a particularly strategic sex crimes attorney. Each and every case is different and representation from a lawyer who has experience working with sex cases is especially vital.

Perhaps the child entered the location on their own without an invite or they entirely misunderstood your intent. Nevertheless, contact our office for a free initial consultation. We will carefully analyze your unique situation, as well as suggest next steps in forming a strong defense to the charges.

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