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question in regards to code 288. and 261.5

My nephew who was 16 at the time of incciident engage in a sexual relationship with girlfriend who was 13 years at the time. he thought she was 14 and all parents approved of their relationship. He received a court order for thwo counts one 288 (a) and 261.5 (c). what advise can you give to him? (they have a child together ) He is now 17 will be 18 in november 27and she is 14 years old.


Asked on 9/25/08, 12:25 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: question in regards to code 288. and 261.5

Advice? Stop behaving immorally. Take responsibility for his actions. Seek out new parents willing to ethically raise him. And, oh yeah, hire a competent attorney to help him try to stay out of prison.

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Answered on 9/25/08, 2:14 pm
Daniel J. Mangan III JuryTrialJustice

Re: question in regards to code 288. and 261.5

Hire sophisticated counsel yesterday if not sooner....these cases can and do have lifetime ramifications.

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Answered on 9/25/08, 3:55 pm
Jacek W. Lentz Law Offices of Jacek W. Lentz

Re: question in regards to code 288. and 261.5

There is only one advice - hire a very good lawyer. This offense has potentially very serious consequences such as prison time, lifetime registration as sex offender and, perhaps worst of all, listing on the Megan's Law Website.

Feel free to contact me for additional consultation, if you are interested in retaining a lawyer in Southern California.

Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

310.273.1361

www.lentzlawfirm.com

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Answered on 9/25/08, 6:49 pm


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