Child Pornography Defense Attorneys In New Jersey

Aggressive Legal Defense for Child Pornography Charges in Atlantic County, Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, and throughout New Jersey

Being accused of possessing or distributing child pornography in New Jersey is an extremely serious matter that can have life-altering consequences. If you are under investigation or have been charged, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. A conviction for child pornography can lead to severe penalties, including prison time, probation, Megan’s Law registration, and Parole Supervision for Life (PSL). Even an accusation can damage your career, personal relationships, and reputation.

If law enforcement has searched your home and seized your electronic devices, chances are they have already built a case against you. These investigations often begin with a tip from an internet service provider (ISP) or another reporting entity, leading to a search warrant. If you are arrested, it is critical to assert your right to remain silent and your right to an attorney before speaking with law enforcement. Many people have the mistaken assumption that they can talk their way out of a criminal charge, when in fact, most people talk their way into a charge and make matters worse by providing incriminating information to law enforcement.

At Lackey & Miller, LLC, we provide aggressive, strategic defense for individuals accused of child pornography offenses. As former prosecutors with experience handling cyber crime investigations, we know how the State builds its cases – and we know how to challenge them.

Former Prosecutors Providing Aggressive Defense in Child Pornography Cases

Our attorneys, Jeremy Lackey and Derek Miller, both served as Deputy Attorney Generals in the Cyber Crime Unit of the New Jersey Attorneys General Office, where they investigated and prosecuted child pornography cases. We now use that knowledge to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and build strong defense strategies to protect our clients.

Every case is different, but potential defenses may include:

• Challenging illegal searches and seizures
• Disputing possession or intent to distribute
• Proving lack of knowledge or inadvertent download
• Demonstrating issues with digital forensics or computer access

We meticulously review forensic evidence, file-sharing logs, and law enforcement procedures to ensure your constitutional rights were not violated during the investigation.

Understanding New Jersey’s Child Pornography Laws (N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4)

In New Jersey, child pornography charges fall under N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4, which prohibits the possession, distribution, and manufacturing of child pornography. The law defines a child as anyone under 18 years old and broadly categorized distribution to include file-sharing programs, cloud storage, or even sharing an image on social media apps like Snapchat.

Important Legal Fact: You do not need to have intentionally shared an image to be charged with distribution. If an image is available in a file-sharing program, even unknowingly, you can face serious charges.

Penalties for Child Pornography Charges in New Jersey

The penalties for child pornography depend on the severity of the charges, the number of images or videos involved, and whether there was alleged distribution. Images and videos are classified as “items” under the statute, and the more items possessed or distributed the more severe the penalties, ranging from a mandatory prison sentence of at least ten years to probation and Megan’s Law registration.

Megan’s Law Registration and Parole Supervision for Life if Convicted of Child Pornography

A conviction for certain child pornography offenses can result in Megan’s Law registration (N.J.S.A. 2C:7-2) and Parole Supervision for Life (N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6.4). This means:

• Your personal information may be made public
• You will have restrictions on internet access
• You may be subject to unannounced home and device searches
• You could face additional penalties if you violate the conditions of supervision

Our firm has successfully helped clients avoid or minimize these consequences through strategic defense and skilled negotiations with prosecutors.

Why Hire Lackey & Miller, LLC to Defend Your Case?

If you are facing child pornography charges in New Jersey, choosing the right defense attorney can mean the difference between freedom and years behind bars. At Lackey & Miller, LLC, we provide:

• Former Prosecutors with Cyber Crime Experience – We understand law enforcement tactics and digital forensics, and we use that knowledge to challenge the State’s case.
• Aggressive Trial Attorneys – We are prepared to take cases to trial and have a proven track record of winning complex criminal cases.
• Comprehensive Case Analysis – We leave no stone unturned, scrutinizing forensic evidence, search warrants, and procedural errors.
• Personalized Legal Strategy – No two cases are alike. We develop customized defense strategies to fight for the best possible outcome.
• Proven Results – We have successfully defended clients against serious sex crime allegations, securing dismissals and reduced charges.

Take Action Now – Contact Lackey & Miller, LLC for a Strong Defense

If you are under investigation or have been charged with a child pornography offense in New Jersey, time is of the essence. Law enforcement is building its case against you – you need a defense team fighting for your now!

Don’t face these charges alone. Protect your rights, your freedom, and your future with Lackey & Miller, LLC.