Florida

Fort Lauderdale Man Accused of Sexual Battery Against Minor

Margate police arrested a man on Monday who they allege forced a 12-year-old child to perform a sex act on him.

The 33-year-old Fort Lauderdale man is accused of using deadly threats to get the child to perform the alleged sex act.

Police did not immediately say how the man initially came into contact with the victim.

He was taken into custody in Fort Lauderdale by Margate police officers and taken to the Margate Police Department.

He was then transported to the Broward County Main Jail.

He faces one count of sexual battery on a minor. He is being held without bond.

If you are facing charges of sexual battery or rape, you could be looking at long-term, sometimes lifelong, penalties. If convicted, you face years behind bars and significant fines. You will also be classified as a sex offender and will have to register for life under this classification, which may affect where you are allowed to live and what type of work you can do.

The tough penalties attached to sex crimes make choosing the right criminal defense attorney absolutely critical. If you have been arrested for sexual battery or rape in south Florida, you need to contact our Florida Sexual Battery Defense Attorneys at Whittel & Melton right away. The sooner we hear your side of the story, the sooner we can map out the best strategy to defend you. We know that you are innocent until proven guilty, and will fight aggressively to make sure your voice is heard.

For a free consultation, we urge you to contact us online or call us at 561-367-8777. We are committed to protecting your civil rights and your freedom, so do not delay in reaching out to us.

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