Do Sex Crimes Carry Mandatory Prison Time in Illinois?

Attorneys Chris Combs and Joshua Boardman from Combs Waterkotte discuss Illinois sex crime charges, including sexual assault, sexual abuse, rape, and more.

In Illinois, many serious sex crimes carry mandatory prison sentences. Aggravated criminal sexual assault is a Class X felony, generally requiring imprisonment without probation. Other sex offenses may allow alternative sentencing depending on the charge, criminal history, and circumstances. Certain convictions also require sex offender registration. Consult a criminal defense attorney to understand the potential penalties in your case.

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If you are facing sex crime charges in Illinois, call (618) 88-CRIME or (312) 500-HELP in Chicago, Cook County, and Northern Illinois, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you're under investigation or have been arrested for a sex crime, our attorneys act quickly to protect your rights, challenge evidence, and pursue reduced charges, dismissal, or acquittal whenever possible.

Sex crime convictions can carry life-altering consequences, including lengthy imprisonment, sex offender registration, and long-term effects on employment and housing. At Combs Waterkotte, we examine the evidence, challenge unlawful searches and procedural errors, and build a defense strategy tailored to your circumstances.

We help people just like you, every day, no matter the charge. We understand how stressful criminal allegations can be and are ready to protect your rights and future.