The Ocala Coach, who was arrested for sexual acts with a student, is facing some serious mandatory prison sentences.
Under Florida, a person who is accused of engaging in unlawful sexual activity with certain minors is a very specific crime. The Accused must be 24 years of age or older during the commission of the crime. If the Accused or Defendant is under the age of 24 years, then this crime would not apply, and a motion to dismiss could be filed to drop the case.
The other element of the crime is that the minor must be a person aged 16 or 17 years old. It could be a defense if the person is over the age of 17 years that this law does not apply to them, and that would be a Bonafide defense. However, if the alleged victim is under the age of 16 years, it would trigger a more serious crime and harsher punishment if it is proven the victim was under the age of 16 years old or younger.
If you or your loved one are being accused of committing a crime, you should consult with one of our Criminal Defense Attorneys, don’t hesitate to call us at 352-WIN-4YOU We are available 24/7 and we offer payment plans.