Under Florida Law, if you have been convicted of a felony sex crime, you are required to register with local authorities as a sex offender. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) manages a database containing extensive information about those registered as sex offenders and predators in the state. Failure to comply with the law to register as a sex offender or predator could lead to your arrest and possible incarceration.
At Perez LaSure Law, our seasoned registered sex offender attorneys can answer any questions you may have regarding the registration process and can provide counsel about your rights and responsibilities under Florida state laws. We can explain requirements, deadlines, and any restrictions placed on you by the courts.
Sexual Predator versus Sexual Offender
The primary difference between the registration process for a sexual predator and the registration process for a sexual offender is the number of times throughout the year that each person must register. For instance, sexual predators must register four times a year. They are repeat offenders, considered a serious threat to public safety, and likely to use physical violence. Sexual offenders must register only twice a year. While each of the offenses leading to these registrations is different, the requirements for registration are quite similar. If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please contact the knowledgeable attorneys in Kissimmee, Florida, at Perez LaSure Law.
Some Crimes that Require Registration are:
- Sexual activity with a minor
- Sexual battery
- Possession or distribution of child pornography
- Sex trafficking
- Lewd and lascivious crimes
- Sexual abuse
- Kidnapping
- Soliciting a person under the age of 18 for prostitution
- Video voyeurism
A complete listing of crimes that require registration as a sex offender or predator can be found on the website of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender
Failure to comply with sexual predator or sexual offender registration requirements is a serious offense and can spell trouble for you. You will have limited time to register once released from prison or placed on probation. If you fail to register, you will risk violating your parole and could face an arrest and imprisonment. Failing to register is a third-degree felony and can result in up to 5 years in prison. However, if you were convicted of a more serious sex crime, you can be charged as a second-degree felony, resulting in up to 15 years in prison.
Perez LaSure Law: Legal Solutions Tailored to Your Needs
The registered sex offender attorneys at Perez LaSure Law can set up an appointment to discuss the rules, requirements, and responsibilities with you regarding a sexual predator or sexual offender registration. The situation you are facing may be confusing, and it is in your best interest to be made aware of everything that goes along with a sexual offender or sexual predator registration.
If you are arrested due to failure to register as a sex offender or predator, you need an experienced law firm that focuses on sex crimes to help defend against these charges. You may have a strong defense if your failure to register was due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances.
Contact Perez LaSure Law at (407) 530-4920 to schedule an appointment with Attorney Migdalia Perez or Attorney Kim LaSure to safeguard your rights and interests.
