Attorney for Video Voyeurism in Tampa

If you’ve been accused of video voyeurism in Tampa, you are facing more than embarrassment or personal consequences. You are facing criminal charges that can lead to jail, a felony record, and in some cases, mandatory sex offender registration. Florida law takes these allegations seriously. That’s why you need an experienced video voyeurism attorney in Tampa to protect your rights and fight for your future.

What Is Video Voyeurism Under Florida Law?

Video voyeurism is defined under Florida Statute § 810.145. The law makes it a crime to use any imaging device—such as a phone, hidden camera, or other recording equipment—to secretly view or record someone without their knowledge or consent when they are:

• Dressing or undressing
• Exposing their body privately
• In a place where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy (like a bathroom, bedroom, or changing area)

It is also illegal to secretly record under or through someone’s clothing to view or capture an image of their body or undergarments.

The law applies not only to capturing the images but also to intentionally sharing or selling them. Disseminating such recordings, even if you were not the one who originally made them, can also result in criminal charges.

Penalties for Video Voyeurism in Florida

The severity of the charge depends on the age of the accused and the alleged victim, as well as any prior convictions:

• If the accused is under 19: First-degree misdemeanor (up to 1 year in jail)
• If the accused is 19 or older: Third-degree felony (up to 5 years in prison)
• If the accused has prior video voyeurism convictions: Second-degree felony (up to 15 years in prison)
• If the victim is under 16 and the accused is over 24, or in a position of authority: Second-degree felony, with possible sex offender registration

Common Scenarios That Lead to Arrest

Many video voyeurism cases in Tampa stem from misunderstandings or accidental recordings. Others involve private accusations made during personal disputes. Common situations include:

• Using a phone in public restrooms or locker rooms
• Hidden cameras in Airbnb rentals or shared living spaces
• Co-workers accused of secretly recording others at work
• Students accused in school locker rooms or restrooms

Law enforcement often seizes phones, laptops, or cloud accounts as part of their investigation. In many cases, what appears to be clear evidence can be explained or disproven with a proper defense.

Legal Defenses to Video Voyeurism Charges

Not every accusation results in a conviction. A skilled video voyeurism attorney will explore the following defense strategies:

• Lack of intent or accidental recording
• No reasonable expectation of privacy
• Consent from the alleged victim
• Illegal search and seizure of digital devices
• No sexual or exploitative motive behind the recording

We also examine whether law enforcement violated your constitutional rights during the investigation. If they did, the evidence could be excluded from trial.

Why Choose The Brancato Law Firm, P.A.

Rocky Brancato has over 25 years of criminal defense experience and personally handles every video voyeurism case we accept. He previously led one of Tampa’s elite sex crimes units and now brings that insight to defend the accused with professionalism, discretion, and strategy.

We do not rely solely on police reports. We work with forensic experts, analyze every detail of the investigation, and take a low-caseload approach so your case gets the attention it deserves.

Arrested or Under Investigation? Call Now.

A video voyeurism charge can follow you for life. The earlier you involve an attorney, the better your chances of avoiding life-changing consequences. Before you speak with law enforcement or make any decisions, call The Brancato Law Firm, P.A.

1600 E 8th Ave, Ste A200, Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 727-7159
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