Florida Criminal Attorney Blog
A state prison corrections officer was arrested this week after being accused of molesting a young girl at an Ormond Beach-area day care he co-owned.
The girl, who is now 9 years old, told her mother about the alleged abuse in April 2015, several years after it allegedly happened, the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office said.
The girl apparently told deputies that the 49-year-old touched her and showed her pornographic videos when she was at the daycare.
Deputies say the alleged abuse happened between 2008 and 2010.
The man was arrested Tuesday and is facing a lewd or lascivious molestation charge.
When a child makes a sex crimes accusation it is usually presumed to be true, without question, regardless of whether there is any truth behind it. That is why it is critical to retain legal help as soon as an accusation has been made against you, regardless of your innocence.
Child molestation is a very serious accusation. At Whittel & Melton, our Volusia County Criminal Defense Lawyers can work to help you whether you are the innocent victim of a false accusation or misunderstanding, or whether you have made a mistake. While each case is different, we have successfully handles many sex crimes cases and know how to handle these challenging situations.
If you are accused of child molestation, understand that you will likely automatically be viewed as guilty, not just by law enforcement and prosecutors, but also by your friends, coworkers, and even family members. You could even be separated from your own children, despite whether or not they are alleged victims.
We will fight aggressively to clear your name and help you achieve the best possible outcome for your unique situation. Call us today at 866-608-5529 or contact us online for a free case evaluation.