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Possession or distribution of child pornography is an extremely serious charge in federal court. Federal Statues define what the elements of child pornography are and the punishments. For example,
(a) Any person who—
(1) knowingly mails, or transports or ships using any means or facility of interstate or foreign commerce or in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce by any means, including by computer, any child pornography;
(2) knowingly receives or distributes—
(A) any child pornography that has been mailed, or using any means or facility of interstate or foreign commerce shipped or transported in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce by any means, including by computer; or
(B) any material that contains child pornography that has been mailed, or using any means or facility of interstate or foreign commerce shipped or transported in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce by any means, including by computer;
has committed a federal crime. Punishment is mandatory upon conviction and often requires incarceration for many years.
This is an evolving area of the law and recent federal decisions show how important it is to have an experienced attorney represent you if facing these charges. Don't let fear or embarrassment prevent you from seeking counsel immediately if contacted by authorities concerning these issues.
Lee Davis and Bryan Hoss have represented clients in Federal Court on possession and distribution of pornography in many cases in several different jurisdictions in recent years. They have successfully resolved cases by negotiation in some and by trial or plea in others. All cases require immediate action to best defend you against these allegations.