What is the first thing I should do if I’m accused of lewd and lascivious acts on a child under 14
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What is the first thing I should do if I’m accused of lewd and lascivious acts on a child under 14
My granddaughter has made accusations
towards me on inappropriate behavior
with her and this only started when she
went on vacation with her TT a report
was made with DCF and now detectives are
knocking on the door wanting my side of
the story she’s been to the doctor and
cleared of no assaults and I don’t know
what to do
Asked on July 2, 2017 under Criminal Law, Florida
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
The first thig that you should do is to consult with a criminal defense attorney ASAP. These are serious accusations. And until you do, do not speak to the police, not even if they come to your house. You are under no legal obligations to do so.
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