Unlawful Sexual Conduct With a 16 or 17-Year-Old in Utah
Being charged with a sex crime often causes extreme difficulties for the accused. Suddenly, he or she is suspected and doubted even by their closest friends and family members. The defendant becomes isolated from people who have distanced themselves from them when they need them most. That circumstance can be even worse for anyone in Utah who is charged with unlawful sexual conduct with a minor child of age 16 or 17.
Sexual conduct with a minor can be charged as a felony sex crime in Utah that carries a potentially long prison sentence, financially devastating fines, and at least 10 years on the sex offender registry in Utah. Altogether, that amounts to a very damaged or ruined future. So, if you are accused of this sex crime, you need to work with the best sex crimes defense lawyer Utah has to offer.
We know what it takes to turn experience into results. Our attorneys understand how prosecutors think, how to challenge the evidence, and when to negotiate or take your case to trial. Every strategy is built around putting you in the strongest possible position.
But we don’t just know how to win—we have a track record that proves it. With more than 30 years of experience and thousands of clients represented, our results speak for themselves.
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A History of Successful Defenses
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Not Guilty State v. A - Not Guilty on Attempted Rape, Forcible Sex Abuse, Kidnapping, Assault
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Not Guilty State v. A - Not Guilty on Attempted Rape, Kidnapping & Assault
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Dismissed State v. F - Aggravated Sexual Assault, Aggravated Kidnapping Dismissed
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Dismissed State v. F - DV & Aggravated Assault Charges Dismissed
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Dismissed State v. F - Protective Order Violation Charges Dismissed
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Dismissed State v. F - Violation of Protective Order Dismissed
What is Unlawful Sexual Conduct With a Minor Aged 16-17?
Unlawful Sexual Conduct Meaning
If a person in a position of trust and authority knows he/she is at least 7 years older than a child and engages in one of these sexual actions with a minor age 16 or 17, he/she commits the crime:
- Sexual intercourse
- A sexual act involving the mouth or anus of the perpetrator or victim and the genitals of the other person
- Touching the victim’s breasts, genitals, buttocks, or anus
- Penetrating the genitals or anus with the intent to arouse or gratify any person’s sexual desire or to cause pain
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Largest Criminal Defense Team in the History of the State
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100+ Years of Combined Criminal Defense Experience
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Fewer than 1% of its clients have been sent to prison
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4 Steps to a Positive Outcome
Every case is different. At Wasatch Defense Lawyers, we thoroughly investigate the facts, examine the evidence, and identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. Our attorneys evaluate every available option, from challenging improper procedures and suppressing evidence to negotiating reduced charges or preparing for trial. With decades of combined experience and hundreds of trials, we approach each case strategically and aggressively. Whether pursuing dismissal, reduced charges, or a favorable trial outcome, we build a defense focused on protecting your rights, freedom, and future.
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1Laying the GroundworkWe prepare before the fight begins. Decades of experience, deep legal knowledge, and strong relationships with prosecutors and judges give us the foundation to build a smarter, more targeted defense.
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2Discussing The DetailsEvery detail matters. We dig deep into your case, examining reports, records, evidence, and your side of the story to uncover the facts that can shape your defense.
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3Building Your CaseWe challenge what the prosecution thinks it knows. We scrutinize the evidence, investigate police procedures, expose weaknesses, and develop a defense strategy built specifically for your case.
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4Obtaining Positive ResultsWe pursue the outcome that puts you in the strongest position. Whether through aggressive negotiation or a meticulously prepared trial defense, we fight to reduce charges, protect your future, and achieve the best result possible.