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Lansing CSC 3rd Degree Lawyer

Sex Crimes Attorneys Defending Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Third Degree Charges in Lansing, MI and Throughout Kent County

Contact a lawyer now if you or someone you care about is facing a sex offense charge in Michigan. Our experienced team knows what it takes to achieve great results in tough cases, and will do all we can to aggressively represent your best interests throughout the criminal justice process. Grabel & Associates has worked in Lansing and statewide for over a decade, and have established a reputation as one of the top sex crime defense firms.

Third degree criminal sexual conduct is a serious felony crime, and anyone who has allegedly committed CSC needs to hire the best possible CSC attorney serving Lansing right away. Police and prosecutors will be investigating you and aiming to build a compelling case against you, and you need a lawyer who knows what you need to say and do to ensure you are not wrongfully convicted.

Work with a sex crimes defense lawyer in Lansing, Michigan now if you are accused of sexual assault, sex with a minor, teacher sex abuse of a student, or another serious felony sex offense. Our team will aggressively defend you both in a courtroom and throughout every stage of your case.

Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Third Degree Law

Criminal Sexual Conduct in the third degree occurs when a person has sex with another person accompanied by any of the following:

  • that other person is between 13 and 16 years old
  • force or coercion is utilized
  • the actor knows the other person is mentally incapable, incapacitated, or physically helpless
  • the two are related (blood or affinity up to the third degree)
  • the actor is a teacher, employee, or service provider of the school or district in which the other person is enrolled and uses such status to gain access to that person while the alleged victim is between 16 and 18
  • the other person is under 26 and receiving special education services from the school or district in which the actor is employed, and the alleged actor uses that status to establish a relationship with the other person
  • the alleged actor operates a foster home, is employed at or is a volunteer at a childcare center, or is a contractual service provider where the person resides/attends, and the alleged victim is over 16 years old

Serious criminal punishment can result in any CSC case, and Michigan lawmakers are tough on sex crime offenders. As soon as you or your loved one is faced with a criminal investigation or charge, contact attorney Scott Grabel and our experienced team.

Convicted of 3rd Degree CSC in Lansing

The penalty for criminal sexual conduct in the third degree is 15 years, according to the Michigan Penal Code. Fight back against a lengthy prison sentence by working with a skilled defense lawyer who has knowledge of sex crime laws and cases in Lansing. Our attorneys know what it takes to achieve great case results because for over a decade, we have been trusted to help clients who are facing even the most difficult legal situations. With experience obtaining great results in felony sex crime cases, Grabel & Associates is recognized as a top criminal defense firm in Lansing, Michigan.

Our Approach to Sex Crime Cases in Lansing, MI

At our Michigan law firm, we know the effects that a sex crime accusation can have on you and your loved ones, and understand how much worse it could get if you are convicted. Working with our team will allow you to not only fight back against police and prosecutors throughout investigation, but prepare your case for a potential trial so that you have every opportunity to clear your name. We know how different sentencing options, plea deals, and other legal issues could play into your unique case, and will ensure you are presented with all the information you need to make informed decisions throughout the criminal justice process.

Sex crime cases are time sensitive, and evidence against you will most likely be secured very early on in your case. Contact us now so that we are able to protect you from harmful police questioning, faulty eyewitness testimony, coerced statements, and other issues that could lead to excessive sentencing or wrongful conviction.

Call Our Law Firm 24/7 for Criminal Defense in Lansing

To speak with trial lawyer Scott Grabel about your case, call 1-800-342-7896 now or contact us online. Fight a sex crime charge in Michigan with our premier criminal defense lawyers; we are available 24/7 to take your call.

Client Reviews

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If you are reading these reviews you are about to make a decision that will have a large impact on the rest of your life. I choose Grabel and Associates to represent me in my case and I could not have been more satisfied with the level of professionalism and dedication to their clients. I had the opportunity to meet and work with multiple lawyers in the practice all of which showcased a vast knowledge and understanding of the inner workings of the legal system. When you choose Scott Grabel to represent you will open yourself up to all of his resources. Depending on your case Grabel knows experts in all fields. I worked with polygraph examiners, investigators, and forensics experts. Grabel and Associates will defend without prejudice of innocence or guilt. Scott Grabel was able to lead me through every step of the process with great communication the whole way. I would recommend Scott Grabel and Associates to my friends, family and anyone who is in need of representation. B. A.
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Best attorney in state of Michigan. Caring and a true friend. Scott was with us every step of the way. He fought for a great injustice for our son and was able to provide an outcome that gave his life back. L. A.
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Scott and his firm did an awesome job representing a family member of mine, I would highly recommend him and his firm! They were extremely reliable, trustworthy and very informative and did a great job with the case. I couldn't be happier with the results that we received, I can't speak highly enough about the great job he did. If you are thinking about using his firm, I would highly recommend, I would definitely use his firm again if needed, he is an a great attorney with a great firm, you won't be disappointed! M. F.