Sexual Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust

Charges related to sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust are serious and should be resolved by an experienced defense attorney to ensure that the accused:

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  At Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, our Broomfield and Boulder defense attorneys are skilled at successfully resolving charges related to sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust.

  Are able to maintain a presumption of innocence (until proven guilty), as these criminal charges can be highly stigmatized and may make the presumption of innocence elusive for the accused

• Can shed light on false allegations (when applicable)
• Are able to resolve these charges and cases as favorably as possible.

At Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, our Broomfield and Boulder criminal defense attorneys are committed to aggressively defending people accused of sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust. We understand the challenges and sensitive nature of these cases, and we will work diligently to build each of our clients the strongest possible defense in these cases.

Who Holds a Position of Trust?

In the eyes of the law, people who hold positions of trust include those who have occupations or positions in which they have some authority or responsibility over some aspect of a child’s life. Some of the more common examples of positions of trust in a community include (but are by no means limited to):

• Educators, including teachers and daycare administrators
• Religious leaders, including priests, rabbis, deacons and ministers
• Medical professionals, including doctors and nurses
• Coaches and activities leaders, including sports coaches, Boy or Girl Scout leaders, etc.

Sexual Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust: The Penalties upon Conviction

Charges related to sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust can be:

• Class 4 felony charges when the alleged victim was at least 15 years old but younger than 18 at the time of the alleged offense and the incident was not part of a pattern of sexual abuse. A conviction for class 4 felony charges of sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust can be punishable by up to 16 years in prison (given that this is an extraordinary risk crime), as well as additional serious penalties.
• Class 3 felony charges when the alleged victim was younger than 15 years old at the time of the alleged assault or the incident was part of a pattern of sexual abuse. A conviction for class 3 charges of felony sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust can be punishable by up to 32 years in prison and other harsh penalties.

Broomfield and Boulder Sex Crimes Defense Attorneys at Peter Loyd Weber & Associates

Have you or a loved one been charged with sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust? If so, the Broomfield and Boulder sex crimes defense attorneys at the Peter Loyd Weber & Associates are ready to immediately start defending you. We have a proven record of success and excellence in helping our clients favorably resolve their sex crimes cases, and we are ready to put our experience, knowledge and skills to work defending you.

Let’s Discuss Your Defense – Contact Us Today

To talk about your defense and how we can help you, contact us today by calling (720) 863-7755 or by emailing us using the contact form on this page.  We offer complimentary consultations, and we take pride in always being available to our clients – 24 hours per day, 7 days per week – so that they have the personal attention their case deserves.

From our offices based in Northglenn, Broomfield and Boulder, we provide the strongest defense and highest quality legal services to our clients throughout Weld County, Adams County and the state of Colorado.