Chicago Federal Child Pornography Attorney

Experienced Lawyer for Clients Facing State or Federal Child Pornography Charges in Cook County, IL

Allegations of child pornography are extremely serious, and the accusation alone can be enough to damage your life forever. The consequences of a conviction can be almost unthinkable. If you are being investigated for or are facing federal charges for child pornography, Chicagoland defense attorney Hal M. Garfinkel is prepared to protect your rights.

As a former prosecutor, Attorney Garfinkel understands the techniques and tactics likely to be employed by the government against you, and is ready to assist you in building a qualified defense. With more than 20 years of criminal defense experience and a well-earned record of success, you can rely on him and his team to provide the legal counsel you deserve at a troubling time.

Federal Internet Crime and Child Pornography Lawyer in Cook County

Throughout his career, Mr. Garfinkel has handled a variety of cases related to child porn from both sides of the courtroom. He understands that the power of the Internet has evolved as not only a communication tool, but as a means to transmit images and content. However, he also realizes that there are many complexities in any Internet-related case, and, despite the involvement of federal investigators and prosecutors, proving your participation in such activities can be very difficult.

Contact the Chicago offices of Attorney Garfinkel today if you have been charged with:

• Production of child pornography;
• Reproduction and dissemination of child pornography;
• Soliciting a child for participation in the production of such materials; or
• Voluntary, knowing possession of child pornography.

While a federal conviction on child pornography charges can result in up to 15 years in federal prison and required registration as a sex offender, you may also face charges from the state of Illinois as well.

Being charged, however, does not mean you are guilty and Mr. Garfinkel will work hard to safeguard your rights and your future against allegations of sex crimes. Even if child pornography was found in your possession, there may be a reasonable explanation and he will ensure that prosecutors and the court know the whole story. Your computer or network may have been compromised by online criminal activity, your computer may have been used by someone else without your permission, or you may have reasonably believed that the images were legally produced with of-age participants. Whatever the case may be, you deserve a full, uncompromising defense against any and all child pornography charges.

Punishments for Federal CP Charges

The federal punishments for possession of child pornography are stricter than at the state level. For a first conviction of this offense, you could face anywhere from five to 20 years in prison. On a second conviction, the penalties may increase to 15 to 40 years in prison.

Under federal law, you cannot "employ, use, persuade, induce, entice, or coerce" a minor to assist in the production of child pornography. For a first offense, you could face anywhere from 15 to 30 years in federal prison, with subsequent offenses escalating all the way to a life sentence.

The consequences of a conviction can ruin your life. As such, it is critical that you seek out an aggressive criminal defense attorney who can represent you in court. At the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney, we are prepared to take on high-profile cases, and we will work with you to build a robust defense.

Call Chicago Our Criminal Defense Attorney Today

If you or a family member has been charged with child pornography by federal prosecutors, contact the Law Offices of Hal M. Garfinkel LLC, Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney for a free initial consultation. We will review your case and will work with you to ensure you fully understand all of your available options. Call 312-629-0669 today to schedule an appointment.