False Accusations of Rape on College Campuses
Frequently students on college campuses will find themselves facing charges of criminal sexual conduct. New federal regulations have caused campuses to become hyper vigilant in their efforts to protect students. Students are not only potentially be punished in the legal system but also often times they face consequences by the college or university. Often times, […]
Accusations Against Prominent Members of the Community
Allegations of criminal sexual conduct can be brought against anyone, even important members of society and professionals. It does not matter what your status is, charges of criminal sexual conduct are serious crimes that involve high stakes, not only for one’s reputation but also the punishment attached. Recently, General Jeffery Sinclair of the U.S. Army […]
Accusations Against Children
Minors and Juveniles Accused of CSC Just as adults, minors can also be accused of criminal sexual conduct. This most often happens against other minors in places such as at school, on school trips, or in locker rooms. Sometimes, minors do not realize that these acts are wrong or do not fully understand their consequences. […]
First Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct | What You Need To Know
In Michigan, criminal sexual conduct allegations are separated into four different degrees. Each degree of criminal sexual conduct has its own elements that must be alleged in order for a charge of criminal sexual conduct to be brought against you. The main difference between each of the four degrees hinges on whether there is an allegation involving […]
Second Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
In Michigan, there are four different degrees of criminal sexual conduct. Each degree of criminal sexual conduct has various elements that must be alleged in order to be prosecuted with a crime. The focus of this particular article is the 2nd degree, if you would like to know more of the criminal sexual conduct in the first degree […]
False Accusations of Criminal Sexual Conduct
Many of the cases at Smith Blythe, PC involve clients who have been falsely accused of criminal sexual conduct by other people. In these cases, our clients frequently wonder if they can sue their accusers after suffering financial loss defending the allegations, loss to their reputation and frequently, loss of their jobs, children, homes and […]
Remaining Silent When Accused of Criminal Sexual Conduct
Smith Blythe, PC represents clients who are accused of criminal sexual conduct. Typically, in these cases, law enforcement seeks to obtain a statement from the accused individual. Many times, our office will represent clients during the investigation phase into a criminal sexual conduct case. In some situations, it is better advice to not have the […]
Videos of Statements of Child Witnesses in Criminal Sexual Conduct Cases
In Michigan criminal sexual conduct cases, an issue that frequently arises for attorneys is obtaining a copy of the child’s video recorded statement. Michigan law provides that witnesses who are under 16 years of age, 16 or over but having a developmental disability and vulnerable adults are to be interviewed according to the Michigan Forensic […]
Criminal Sexual Conduct and Positions of Authority
If you are accused of a criminal sexual conduct crime, it is important to have the best defense team. Smith Blythe, PC has represented many clients charged for a wide variety of sex crimes. Some cases are charged based on the age of the complainant alone. Other cases can be charged based on the relationship […]
Crimes Involving Child Porn
Smith Blythe, PC focuses on defending clients who are accused of crimes of criminal sexual conduct, including allegations of possession of child pornography. When you are being accused of a criminal sexual conduct crime it is important to have an experienced defense team focused in the particular area of criminal sexual conduct to represent you […]