Internet Pornography Charges

Des Moines Internet Pornography Defense Lawyer

Criminal charges involving Internet pornography have serious ramifications. In addition to the criminal penalties that convicted persons will face, people who are charged with possession of child pornography will likely face permanent damage to their reputation and their relationships. If not handled appropriately, child pornography investigations can destroy lives.

For a free initial consultation to discuss your case, contact Des Moines criminal law attorney Peter Berger. Call 515-288-8888 or toll free in state at 888-282-8886.

Experience Counts.

When you are facing charges as serious as charges involving Internet pornography, having an experienced criminal defense lawyer is paramount to your case. Des Moines criminal defense attorney Peter Berger has more than 30 years of experience as a trial lawyer in Iowa. Mr. Berger has experience as the prosecutor who handled all sex crimes in Polk County in the late 1970s. This experience gives him the insight of how the prosecution prepares cases. He uses his experience and knowledge to protect the rights of those charged with serious sex crimes, such as child pornography. He builds a strong defense strategy based on his knowledge of how the prosecution prepares their case.

Even when people believe that evidence has been deleted from their computer, the prosecution has experts that can recover deleted files from the computer's hard drive. Therefore, having an attorney who knows how to deal with such evidence is critical.

Pursuant to Iowa Criminal Code 728.12 (Sexual Exploitation of a Minor), it is a crime to possess, distribute, sell, produce, or otherwise use materials which exploit a minor. Child pornography materials may include:

• Magazine pictures
• Internet pictures or images
• Photographs
• Film or negatives
• Videos
• Other mediums which depict minors sexually

Additionally, state and federal laws make it a crime to entice or solicit minors over the Internet. Attorney Peter Berger of the Berger Law Firm has extensive experience handling cases involving sex offenses, including online solicitation and Internet child pornography.

Attorney Berger treats each client with respect, regardless of the circumstances of their case. He understands that people make mistakes and that sometimes, the prosecution makes mistakes. He fights to protect the rights of clients in Des Moines and throughout Iowa and other states. Contact the Berger Law Firm and schedule a free, confidential initial consultation with attorney Berger. Call 515-288-8888 or toll free in state at 888-282-8886.