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Possessing Child Exploitation Material Lawyers On The Sunshine Coast, QLD
Section 228D of the Criminal Code 1899 (Qld) provides that any person who knowingly possesses child exploitation material commits a crime. The construct of such legislation means that there are several elements that must be satisfied beyond reasonable doubt in the eyes of the court for a person to be found guilty of such an offence.
An offence of possession of child exploitation material may come about in several ways, however the most common is through an informant discovering the material and making a report to police or through the execution of a search warrant by police. If a search warrant is issued, police will be able to seize all laptop computers, phones, tablets, hard drives and any other electronic means of storage in the possession of an alleged offender. Police may also request that an alleged offender participates in an interview. It is imperative that legal advice is sought at the earliest time possible. Our lawyers are able to provide advice surrounding whether or not you should take part in an interview, and in the event that it is determined that you should, we are able to attend interviews with you, speak to police on your behalf and draft written statements that may be necessary.
Trials for offences regarding possession of child exploitation material are of a complex type and can understandably be of a highly emotional nature. At Smith Criminal Law, we are renowned for our ability to deal with such allegations with the requisite sensitivity and professionalism. We’ll take the time to trawl through as much evidence as is necessary in order to represent your case and appropriately defend your rights.
As the premier criminal law firm on the Sunshine Coast, you can rest assured that Smith Criminal Law will have you covered. Contact us today to see how we can help.