Articles Posted in Sex Crimes

Not All Defense is Equal: A Guide to Comparing Top Sex Crimes Attorneys in Tampa When you are facing a sex crimes accusation in Tampa, choosing the right attorney is the single most important decision you will make. Consequently, your freedom, reputation, and future are on the line. But with so many lawyers claiming to…

Florida’s Confession Without Corpus Exception in Sex Crimes Cases: Can You Be Convicted on Your Word Alone? In most criminal cases, a confession by itself isn’t enough to convict you. The prosecution must first provide independent evidence that a crime was committed—a legal principle known as corpus delicti. However, Florida law has a critical and…

Child Hearsay in Tampa Sex Cases: A Defense Guide to Florida Law If you’re confronting allegations in child hearsay Tampa sex cases, understanding how Florida law treats out-of-court statements by a child is critical. What a child allegedly said to a teacher, parent, or detective—known as “child hearsay”—can become potent evidence for the prosecution in…

Williams Rule in Florida Sex Crimes Cases: How Prior Allegations Can Threaten Your Defense If you are facing a sex crime charge in Tampa Bay, you might believe the case should only focus on the current allegation. However, Florida prosecutors have a powerful tool that can change everything. It’s called the Williams Rule, and it…

5 Crucial Tips to Avoid Legal Trouble in Tampa Bay Tampa Bay boasts some of the nation’s most famous strip clubs. Whether you’re planning a visit to the iconic Mons Venus, 2001 Odyssey, or another well-known Tampa venue, a night out can be truly memorable. However, if you’re unaware of your rights—or the local laws…

How this Decision Impacts Your Tampa, Florida Sex Offender Registry Removal Case By The Brancato Law Firm, P.A. | Tampa’s Trusted Sex Crimes Defense Firm If you’re in Tampa Bay and aiming for removal from the Florida sex offender registry, recent court decisions demand your attention. Understanding these rulings—and the critical errors within them—is vital.…

Florida Court Ruling Rocks Child Abuse Reporting – What Tampa Bay Residents Need to Know Navigating Faith, Confidentiality, and Florida Law in the Tampa Bay Area A recent Florida Third District Court of Appeal decision has sent ripples through religious and legal circles, especially here in the Tampa Bay area. The case, Castano v. State,…

Caught in a Tampa Bay Sex Sting? When Police Tactics Go Too Far Protecting children is a priority we all share. At The Brancato Law Firm, P.A., we firmly support lawful efforts to stop child exploitation. However, Tampa Bay sex stings don’t always catch predators seeking children. Detectives using deceptive tactics lure many people into…

A Withheld Adjudication Still Requires Sex Offender Registration in Florida People facing sex offense charges in Florida often hope a plea deal with a “withhold of adjudication” will free them from the lifelong burden of the state’s sex offender registry. This hope, while understandable, is a dangerous misconception that can lead to severe legal consequences…

How to Get Off the Florida Sex Offender Registry Being on the Florida sex offender registry can feel like a life sentence, with consequences that last long after your case is over. It significantly impacts where you can live, your employment opportunities, and your standing in the community. However, for some individuals, getting off the…