Fresno Criminal Defense for Sex Crimes

Sex crime allegations can ruin your reputation and your future. Let our experienced team provide the aggressive defense you need.

What You Need to Know About Sex Crimes

Sex crimes among the most serious in the criminal justice system. If you are convicted of a sex crime, you will generally be facing time in custody or lifetime registration as a sex offender. It is imperative that you seek legal representation who can help you gather evidence to contest the charges. 

In 2022, Mark Coleman successfully litigated 3 sex crimes offense and won dismissals. 

One of the most common sex crimes is sexual harassment generally involving a minor, which involves unwanted or offensive sexual advances or comments. This can include making inappropriate comments or gestures, or sending unwanted messages or emails of a sexual nature. In order to be convicted of sexual harassment, the prosecutor must prove that the defendant's actions were unwanted and caused the victim to feel uncomfortable or threatened.

Another type of sex crime is child pornography, which involves creating, distributing, or possessing sexually explicit materials featuring minors. This crime is taken very seriously by the legal system, and those convicted can face significant penalties, including imprisonment.

Defending against sex crime charges can be difficult, as the prosecution will often have evidence such as witness testimony or electronic records to support their case. However, an experienced criminal defense attorney like Mark Coleman may be able to help the defendant by challenging the prosecution's evidence and presenting a strong defense. In some cases, this may result in reduced charges or even a complete dismissal of the case.

Sex Crimes Include

Child Sexual Abuse

Human Trafficking

Indecent Exposure

Prostitution

Sexual Assault

Solicitation

Statutory Rape

What Our Clients Say

I want to take this opportunity to highly recommend Mark Coleman and his wonderful staff. 8 long years ago, he took on my case, and through all those stressful years, he and his staff took care of me and treated me with the upmost respect - always staying in close communication with me in any updates or changes in my case. I can honestly say that when I first came into his office I could tell he is a winner.

Joseph M.

October 5, 2022

Mark Coleman is hands down the best attorney in the Central Valley! Mark made me feel safe and heard in the court room and got me a better outcome than I was asking for. Mark cares for his clients and that shows in the court room, He is also well respected by the DA and the Judges. If you find yourself needing representation in the court room Mark Coleman is definitely the attorney you want by your side.

Josh S.

October 16, 2022

Mr. Coleman is very knowledgeable and quick to respond to your questions. You can trust him to be on your side. He is a very good attorney and he will work hard for you.

Kathy G.

August 10, 2022

After many attorneys who could not help my husband and me, Mr. Coleman and his team have gone above and beyond to help our case! We have received great news and this office did an amazing job! We definitely recommend!

Crystal P.

September 18, 2022

This is the 2nd time our family has used Mark Coleman. He worked with us and and listened. Mark is an exceptional lawyer, is honest and kind, and knows the laws. As soon as we put our case in his hands, I felt a huge burden lifted. The outcome of our case was even better than we hoped for. Thank you so much Mark and Corinne his assistant. You both are amazing.

Anna B.

October 11, 2022

Mark Coleman is an exceptional lawyer who helped me navigate the court system. I would recommend Mark to anyone needing a great lawyer. He and his staff are patient, kind, and helpful. He listened to me and understood my case. He worked diligently to get the resolution I was looking for.

Stergeos D.

November 7, 2022

I want to take this opportunity to highly recommend Mark Coleman and his wonderful staff. 8 long years ago, he took on my case, and through all those stressful years, he and his staff took care of me and treated me with the upmost respect - always staying in close communication with me in any updates or changes in my case. I can honestly say that when I first came into his office I could tell he is a winner.

Joseph M.

October 5, 2022

Mark Coleman is hands down the best attorney in the Central Valley! Mark made me feel safe and heard in the court room and got me a better outcome than I was asking for. Mark cares for his clients and that shows in the court room, He is also well respected by the DA and the Judges. If you find yourself needing representation in the court room Mark Coleman is definitely the attorney you want by your side.

Josh S.

October 16, 2022

Mr. Coleman is very knowledgeable and quick to respond to your questions. You can trust him to be on your side. He is a very good attorney and he will work hard for you.

Kathy G.

August 10, 2022

After many attorneys who could not help my husband and me, Mr. Coleman and his team have gone above and beyond to help our case! We have received great news and this office did an amazing job! We definitely recommend!

Crystal P.

September 18, 2022

This is the 2nd time our family has used Mark Coleman. He worked with us and and listened. Mark is an exceptional lawyer, is honest and kind, and knows the laws. As soon as we put our case in his hands, I felt a huge burden lifted. The outcome of our case was even better than we hoped for. Thank you so much Mark and Corinne his assistant. You both are amazing.

Anna B.

October 11, 2022

Mark Coleman is an exceptional lawyer who helped me navigate the court system. I would recommend Mark to anyone needing a great lawyer. He and his staff are patient, kind, and helpful. He listened to me and understood my case. He worked diligently to get the resolution I was looking for.

Stergeos D.

November 7, 2022

I want to take this opportunity to highly recommend Mark Coleman and his wonderful staff. 8 long years ago, he took on my case, and through all those stressful years, he and his staff took care of me and treated me with the upmost respect - always staying in close communication with me in any updates or changes in my case. I can honestly say that when I first came into his office I could tell he is a winner.

Joseph M.

October 5, 2022

Mark Coleman is hands down the best attorney in the Central Valley! Mark made me feel safe and heard in the court room and got me a better outcome than I was asking for. Mark cares for his clients and that shows in the court room, He is also well respected by the DA and the Judges. If you find yourself needing representation in the court room Mark Coleman is definitely the attorney you want by your side.

Josh S.

October 16, 2022

Mr. Coleman is very knowledgeable and quick to respond to your questions. You can trust him to be on your side. He is a very good attorney and he will work hard for you.

Kathy G.

August 10, 2022

After many attorneys who could not help my husband and me, Mr. Coleman and his team have gone above and beyond to help our case! We have received great news and this office did an amazing job! We definitely recommend!

Crystal P.

September 18, 2022

This is the 2nd time our family has used Mark Coleman. He worked with us and and listened. Mark is an exceptional lawyer, is honest and kind, and knows the laws. As soon as we put our case in his hands, I felt a huge burden lifted. The outcome of our case was even better than we hoped for. Thank you so much Mark and Corinne his assistant. You both are amazing.

Anna B.

October 11, 2022

Mark Coleman is an exceptional lawyer who helped me navigate the court system. I would recommend Mark to anyone needing a great lawyer. He and his staff are patient, kind, and helpful. He listened to me and understood my case. He worked diligently to get the resolution I was looking for.

Stergeos D.

November 7, 2022