Law Office of Kelly Papa, P.A.

Sex Crimes and Civil Commitment

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney

Protecting the Rights of Those Who Have Been Accused of Sex Crimes in Florida

Accusations of sexual misconduct can cause friends and family members to reject you. The consequences of a conviction are even more severe. But there is help for people facing sex crimes charges.

At the Law Office of Kelly Papa, P.A., in Jacksonville, Florida, I have extensive experience representing individuals accused of sexual misconduct ranging from misdemeanor exposure charges to accusations of sexual battery.

Florida Sex Crimes Charges

When your future is on the line, it is important to have a dedicated criminal defense lawyer on your side. For the last several years, I have represented many clients facing sex crimes charges, including:

• Sexual Battery
• Lewd and Lascivious Behavior
• Child Abuse
• Sexually Motivated Burglary
• Unlawful Sexual Activity
• Child Pornography (Kiddie Porn)
• Internet Solicitation

If you are facing any of these charges, have been falsely accused of a sex crime or have failed to register as a sex offender in Florida, I can help you. Contact me to schedule a free consultation. You have rights. And I will work tirelessly to protect them.

Civil Commitment for Sex Offenders

Anyone who is arrested for a sex crime or a crime that is alleged to be "sexually motivated", could be subjected to indefinite civil commitment under the Jimmy Ryce Law. Although this Law has only been active since late 1998, the law applies retroactively. The Jimmy Ryce Law was designed to keep individuals locked up when the State alleges they have a mental abnormality or personality disorder that prohibits them from controlling their sexual behavior. Government doctors are not always fair in their assessment, so it is important to have a knowledgeable attorney on your side.

Civil commitment is indefinite. Contact me as soon as possible to protect your rights. There are a number of ways that I can help you.

• If you awaiting a commitment determination trial, I will work hard to prove that you are able to control your sexual behavior.
• If you have served time in the past for a sex crime, but have recently been arrested for a non-sex crime, I will defend your rights in the current case, and protect you from being committed for the previous conviction.
• If you have already been committed, I will work to prove that you have had sufficient treatment to be released.

Other Consequences of Sex Crimes Convictions

While civil commitment may be the most severe penalty for sex crimes, others can affect your future as well. I will work hard to minimize or avoid these possible consequences of a conviction:

• Sex Offender Registration
• Time in Jail or Prison
• Sex Offender Probation
• Out Patient Group Treatment
• Polygraph Tests

Don't Let Sex Crime Charges Ruin Your Future

Call 904-366-1395 or contact me online to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your case. I have extensive experience representing individuals who have been charged with sexual misconduct, and I will do everything possible to protect your rights.

I am available in my Jacksonville office between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm during the week. I will also meet with you during other times and in other locations by appointment.

For your convenience, I accept Visa and MasterCard.

Law Office of Kelly Papa, P.A.

118 W. Adams St.
Suite 500
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Telephone: 904-366-1395 | Fax: 904-458-8947
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At the Law Office of Kelly Papa, P.A., I represent clients throughout North and Central Florida, especially those in Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Orange Park, Green Cove Springs, including Duval County, Clay County, Nassau County, St. Johns County, Flagler County and Putnam County.