Manchester Sex Crimes Attorney
Defending Against Sex Crime Charges in New Hampshire
Sex crimes are fiercely prosecuted by the state of New Hampshire and the federal government. Even just the stigma of being charged with a sex offense can negatively alter your life and lead to job loss, broken relationships, missed opportunities, and much more.
Do I Need to Register as a Sex Offender in New Hampshire?
The following crimes may require sex offender registration:
- Sexual assault
- Sexual abuse
- Invasion of privacy via recording
- Child solicitation
- Child pornography
- Some prostitution-related offenses
- Aiding in delinquency of a minor
- Kidnapping
- Rape
- Statutory rape
- Sex trafficking
- Indecent exposure
With more than four decades of experience, Brennan Lenehan Iacopino & Hickey is well-equipped to handle even the most serious charges. Our Manchester sex crimes attorneys are fierce advocates and dedicated legal counselors. We work with you from start to finish, providing individualized representation and personal support.
Contact us online or call (603) 734-5461 for a confidential consultation on your sex crime case.
What are the Sex Offender Tiers in New Hampshire?
Depending on the type of offense, registrants may remain on the registry anywhere from between 10 years to life. New Hampshire utilizes a tier system for sex offender registration. Less serious offenses are categorized in tier one while the most serious and violent offenses are categorized in tier three.
New Hampshire's sex offense tier system includes:
- Tier I - this includes most sex crimes which are considered misdemeanors such as indecent exposure convictions. Tier I convictions result in 10 years on the sex offender registry & the need to register twice a year to ensure your information remains up to date.
- Tier II - this includes most felony sex crimes such as child phonography convictions. Tier II convictions result in having to register every 6 months for the rest of your life.
- Tier III - this includes most aggravated sex crimes such as murder, kidnapping, sexual offenses against a child, more than 2 previous convictions, and/or any individual labeled as a sexual violent predator. Tier III convictions result in having to register every 3 months for the rest of your life.
Guidelines for Registering as a Sex Offender in New Hampshire
The following is a sample of what you must provide when registering:
- Name
- Address
- Birthdate
- Place of employment
- Driver’s license number
- Social security number
- DNA
- Fingerprints
- Detailed physical description
- Personal phone numbers
- Online usernames
- Recent photograph
- Professional licenses and certifications
Contact Our Manchester Sex Crimes Lawyer Today
To avoid further trouble, you must comply with the strict rules and regulations surrounding registration. A sex crime lawyer from our team can help make sure that you are in compliance with the law. Our criminal defense firm can fight to protect you from a variety of sex offense charges. Our sex crimes attorneys in Manchester, NH regularly handle cases involving serious crimes and can work to defend your reputation.
Contact our firm today to learn more about your legal options for fighting your sex crime charges.