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540 N.W. University Blvd., #207, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
1420 Celebration Blvd., Suite 200, Celebration, FL 34747
801 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 375, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
The Bermudiana, 4601 Military Trail, Suite 206, Jupiter, FL 33458
189 S. Orange Avenue, Suite 1800, Orlando, FL 32801
195 Grand Blvd, #101, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
605 S. Pine Street, Ste. B, Sebring, FL 33870
800 N Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765
2533 Windguard Circle, Suite 101, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
11914 Oak Trail Way, Port Richey, FL 34668
37 North Orange Avenue, Suite #500, Orlando, FL 32801
545 Delaney Ave., Suite 5, Orlando, FL 32801
111 2nd Ave NE Suite 912, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
4700 Millenia Blvd., Suite 175, Orlando, FL 32839
A sex crime refers to a criminal act of a sexual nature that is prohibited by law. Specific acts, legal definitions, and classifications considered sex offenses can vary by jurisdiction. Common examples of sex offenses include:
The legal consequences for sex crimes vary depending on the severity and nature of the offense, prior criminal history, and the laws of the jurisdiction where the offense occurred. Legal consequences can include:
The possibility of a sex offender being removed from the registry, also know as deregistration, depends on the laws of that jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions allow for certain offenders to petition for removal from the sex offender registry. This procedure varies and is complex. Not all jurisdictions provide an opportunity for removal. Factors that can influence removal include:
Yes, there are rehabilitation programs for sex offenders and are designed to address underlying issues that may contribute to their offending behavior. The goals of these programs are to help individuals understand and manage their behaviors, reduce the risk of reoffending, and promote community safety. Types of programs can vary but commonly include:
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