It is illegal to engage in sexual activities with a child or in a child's presence.

This includes sexual stimulation of the genitals, masturbating in front of a child, intentional touching of private parts of a child, engaging a child in child pornography and any penetration of any object into the vaginal or anal opening of a child except for valid medical purposes.

Many people are mandated in their jobs, by law, to report any suspected child abuse or child sexual assault.

Depending on the incident or incidents, the frequency of the abuse, the severity of the abuse and the relationship of the suspected perpetrator with the victim, sentences and jail time may vary.

Trust us to fight on your behalf. Campbell & Jayne LLP are experienced professionals who want to represent you. We are San Francisco's premier criminal defense firm committed to providing each client with personalized and outstanding representation. We have experience representing clients both in California courts and federal court.

As former prosecutors, we bring extensive trial experience and a unique insight into the courtroom. Our backgrounds give our clients a great advantage as we work to strategize his or her defense.

We represent individuals in all criminal cases in the Bay Area including San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Marin, Sonoma, Napa and Solano counties. If you are being investigated for or have been charged with sexual assault or molestation of a child, contact us today to represent you.

Related Links :
CA Children and Family Services Division
Child Welfare Information Gateway
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
California Penal Code
Definitions of Sexual Abuse

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