Recent Posts in Sex Crimes Posted By Law Offices of Robert Stepniak 11-Nov-2019 Common Holiday Crimes in Florida Not only are the holidays a merry time of the year, but it is also the season that experiences an increase in criminal activity every year. While many people are attending festive events or buying gifts, others are making mistakes that result in ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Offices of Robert Stepniak 15-Apr-2019 Is Revenge Porn a Crime in Florida? In today’s society, individuals who are involved in romantic relationships share their affection for one another through texts, e-mails, and even messaging services on social media platforms such as Facebook or Instagram. In some instances, ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 23-Mar-2019 Patriots Owner Robert Kraft Charged with Solicitation in Florida In late February, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has been charged with two counts of soliciting prostitution after visiting the Orchids of Asia Day Spa in Juniper, FL on two occasions. The charges come after months of investigation into a ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 25-Feb-2019 Hate Crimes in Florida According to a report released by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in November, there have been 7,175 reported hate crimes in 2017 compared to 6,121 in 2016, which is the third year in a row a spike in hate crimes has occurred. The Southern ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 15-Jan-2019 Is Sexting Against the Law in Florida? When you meet someone you like in a romantic way, you exchange phone numbers and engage in texting back-and-forth in an effort to get to know the other person better. Eventually, conversations lead to flirtation. Soon after pictures are shared, some ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Offices of Robert Stepniak 28-Dec-2018 What is the Age of Consent in Florida? A person must be old enough to provide consent before he/she can lawfully engage in sexual activity. This is commonly known as the “age of consent.” In Florida, the age of consent is 18 years of age, meaning individuals 17 years old or ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 20-Aug-2018 Sexual Offenders vs. Sexual Predators Sex offender registration and sentencing laws in Florida are one on of the harshest in the country. According to state law, there are two types of sex crime designations: sexual offenders and sexual predators. A sexual offender is an individual who ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 16-Apr-2018 Florida Mandatory Minimum Sentences For certain criminal offenses, mandatory minimum sentences apply. This law is considered to be a “one size fits all” approach and does not allow judges to use their discretion upon sentencing. The amount of time for each sentence is based ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 6-Oct-2014 Sex Crime Task Force: More Than Prevention College sexual assault statistics have reached epidemic proportions in recent years. The White House is now spearheading efforts to combat the problem – September marked the official launch of “It’s On Us,” a campaign designed ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 9-Sep-2014 University of Florida Sexual Predator at Large A rally held by University of Florida students is underway in a joint effort to bring awareness to the dangers of sexual assault. The rally just so happens to coincide with four recent attacks throughout several attempted rape cases, bringing ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 11-Aug-2014 Child Sex Crimes in Florida Targeted in Operation Cyber Vigilance A particularly heinous brand of sex crimes in Florida target children. Recently a joint effort organized between Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd targeted would-be criminals, producing astonishing results. ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 9-Jun-2013 Preschool Teacher Arrested on Molestation Charges Coconut Creek Police report they have arrested a preschool music teacher for allegedly sexually molesting two young girls at his place of employment. On Wednesday, Discovery Pre-School Center spokeswoman Bridget Perry, did confirm to the Orlando ... Continue Reading Posted By Stepniak & Park 5-May-2013 BCC Professor Accused of Sex Crime Robert “Chandler” McRee, was arrested on April 27 and charged with lewd and lascivious battery after allegedly engaging in sexual activity with a thirteen-year-old boy. McRee is a Brevard Community College associate professor who taught ... Continue Reading
