Federal Crimes: Child Pornography

What is considered child pornography?

Federal law prohibits the distribution, sale, transportation, receiving or reproduction of child pornography through interstate or international commerce. Child pornography may include any visual depiction (photograph or video) of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct. Interstate and international commerce may include distribution through the postal system or via the internet, television or by any other means that brings it across state lines or national borders. Federal child pornography charges are typically more severe than those at a state level, and the penalties are more serious.

Federal Penalties for Child Pornography Offenses

A person convicted in federal court for child pornography-related offenses may face fines and 5 to 20 years in prison. If the defendant has a prior conviction for child pornography, sex trafficking of children or sexual abuse of a child, the court may impose a sentence of 15 to 40 years in prison. Your future is on the line if you are facing federal child pornography charges. Be sure that your case is in the best hands, as you will need an aggressive advocate for your rights if you are to avoid a conviction and maximum federal penalties for this offense.

Have you been accused of any offense related to child pornography? You need a competent federal attorney at your side. Attorney Richard Suzuki is a former federal prosecutor and state prosecutor who has dedicated his legal practice to criminal defense in state and federal court throughout Arizona. If you or someone you know is facing a federal investigation or criminal charges for child pornography, you need to involve an experienced lawyer as soon as possible - if you are to have the greatest opportunity of avoiding a federal crime conviction and serious penalties. With Mr. Suzuki's diverse experience and the firm's extensive resources, Suzuki Law Offices can provide you with the representation you need.