Indecent Images Solicitors
McArthur Solicitors are expert indecent images solicitors in London, providing expert legal advice for individuals.
What Counts As Indecent Images?
Generally, indecent images are images that depict children or other vulnerable people in sexual ways. There is no rigid definition of what counts as an indecent image under UK law. Instead, cases can be assessed differently depending on the content and the context of the image.
Indecent images can also involve animals and other adults over the age of 18 being subjected to sexual assault. In indecent image cases, the jury will decide if images or videos are classed as indecent with an objective test.
Pseudo-photographs and images – images which have been digitally altered or AI generated, are treated the same as actual indecent images of real children or vulnerable individuals.
Categories Of Indecent Images
There are three classes of indecent images:
- Category A: These images depict extreme sexual abuse, involving penetrative sexual activity, sadism, and bestiality. They result in the highest penalties.
- Category B: Images involving non-penetrative sexual activity, including simulated sexual activities or sexual touching.
- Category C: Any images that don’t fall into the category A or B. These images can include partially clothed children or children in sexually suggestive poses.
Regardless of the category, being accused of indecent image possession can have lasting consequences.
Sentencing For Indecent Images
Sentencing guidelines for indecent images vary depending on the severity of the image and whether the conviction is for possessing images, making them, distributing them, or producing them.
Possessing indecent images could lead to a prison sentence of up to five years, whereas if you are found guilty of distributing, creating, or producing then, the sentence is up to ten years. The courts take indecent image offences very seriously, and sentencing will also consider mitigating or aggravating factors, such as prior convictions.
Common Defences For Indecent Images
Our expert indecent images solicitors will work with you to build a strong defence and secure the best outcome for your case. There are several common defences for indecent images:
Unintentional Downloading
Misleading website links and files embedded in other content could result in accidental downloading of indecent images. Investigations will take this and prior behaviour into account.
Unsolicited Attachments
You may have been sent indecent images that you did not request or want to see. Even opening these can be classed as possession of indecent images – if this is the case for you, inform your solicitor straight away.
False Accusations
If you share your device with another person or people, or someone knows your password, it could be that they downloaded indecent images without your knowledge.
Contact Indecent Images Solicitors In London
We understand the emotional, personal, and professional impact of being accused of an indecent images offence. During your private consultation, your solicitor will review your circumstances and explain the best legal options available, so you understand the next steps for your case.
Don’t delay – get in touch with McArthur Solicitors for expert advice.
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Indecent Images FAQs
If you’re being investigated for indecent image offences, you won’t be placed on the Sex Offenders Register. If you are convicted, you will be required by law to sign the Sex Offenders Register.
If you are under investigation for indecent images offences, the police may attend your house and seize the devices they want to assess. At this stage, they may also arrest you and bring you to the station for an interview under caution, or request that you attend a voluntary interview on a set date.
Seek legal advice as early as possible – McArthur Solicitors are expert indecent image solicitors that can support you from the pre-charge stage and throughout the investigation.
Being accused of possessing indecent images is incredibly distressing. As soon as you are accused, it’s vital to secure specialist legal representation to focus on the best outcome for your case. McArthur Solicitors can aid you every step of the way and provide necessary guidance on how best to deal with your case.
