High School Teacher Indicted for Sexual Assault
A 32 year-old man was indicted for allegedly having sex with a female high school student. The Courier Post reports that the alleged sexual assault took place between September 2008 and April 2009. The high school teacher faces one count of official misconduct and four counts of sexual assault.
New Jersey sexual assault charges, particularly when they involve minors, can have serious consequences. A person accused of a sex crime or sexual assault may face jail time, fines and social repercussions. Often in cases involving teachers and minors, the accused may lose their livelihood over accusations that may not even be valid. Accused teachers may lose their job and even those found innocent may have difficulty finding another job in the future. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can help minimize the damage these cases can have on your career and livelihood.
New Jersey Criminal Code section 2C: 14-2 defines sexual assault as a second-degree criminal offense. Children under the age of 16 cannot give consent and those under the age of 18 cannot consent to sexual activity with someone in a supervisory position. This means that any sexual activity between a teacher and underage student is a serious crime. Even a false accusation can cost a teacher his or her career.
If you or a loved one is facing sexual assault charges in New Jersey, you would be well-advised to consult a skilled New Jersey sex crime defense attorney. The consequences of a sexual assault conviction can be severe. Some of these punishments include incarceration, heavy fines and even mandatory registration as a sex offender for the rest of your life. Contact the New Jersey criminal defense lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein at 609-240-0040 for a free consultation. We will protect your legal rights and fight against false allegations. We will help you get the justice you deserve.
