Nebraska Criminal & Trial Lawyers

Sex Crime Lawyers in Omaha

Face the Legal System with McGoughLaw P.C. L.L.O.: (402) 614-8655

If you have been charged with a sex offense, you may be facing a substantial prison sentence and lifetime registration as a sex offender. In addition, there is perhaps no other type of crime that carries such significant social stigma. A conviction will cause severe damage to your reputation, your family relationships, and your future. Do not face the legal system alone.

Why Choose Us?

  • The Omaha sex crimes attorneys at McGoughLaw P.C. L.L.O. have more than 22 years of experience providing strong defense for clients who have been falsely accused and charged with sex-related offenses.
  • We understand the sensitive nature of these cases and work to resolve the charges as quickly as possible while protecting our clients' privacy and freedom.
  • Contact us before speaking with investigators or prosecutors. We can help you understand your rights and options in a confidential consultation.
  • We assist clients facing state and federal charges throughout Nebraska, as well as federal charges in the Iowa communities of Council Bluffs, Sioux City, and Des Moines.

You can reach us at (402) 614-8655 or by completing our online contact form.

Aggressively Defending the Rights of the Accused in Nebraska

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The attorneys of McGoughLaw P.C. L.L.O. will work as a team to review police reports, evaluate witness statements, and investigate every aspect of your case. We will examine whether the alleged victim is credible, whether the alleged act was consensual, and whether any physical evidence against you should be suppressed due to improper search and seizure.

If you believe your rights were violated during the process of arrest or police investigation, we will immediately take the proper steps to have your charges dismissed or reduced. If the charges cannot be dismissed and a favorable plea agreement cannot be reached, we will aggressively defend your rights at trial.

Sex Crime FAQ

Why am I being accused when I haven't done anything wrong?

There are many reasons why people make false allegations. It may be a confused child, a petty former partner, or someone trying to cover up his or her own wrongdoing. No matter the reason, we excel at exposing and undermining false allegations to protect our clients.

When you are facing charges of a sex crime, it can seem like no one is on your side. The state, the alleged victim, and even certain witnesses are all working against your best interests. We level the playing field by committing the experience and talent of our entire team to protecting you.

Will I have to register as a sex offender?

We understand that being marked as a Omaha sex offender is a frightening thought, so we do everything possible to help our clients avoid this consequence. The best way to minimize your risk of having to register is to work with an experienced defense law firm.

The arresting officer didn't read me my rights. Can the charges be dropped?

Despite what the movies say, having a case dismissed is not that simple. Often, the case will move forward. However, an experienced defense lawyer can help you raise similar issues and force the prosecution to prove its case fully under the law.

What is entrapment?

Entrapment occurs when a law enforcement officer induces a defendant to commit a crime he or she did not intend to commit before the interaction. However, entrapment is not a valid defense when the defendant intended to commit a crime and the officer simply provided a means to do so. Claims involving entrapment are sensitive and complex, requiring the skill of a knowledgeable attorney. We will help you explore the possibility of entrapment and all other available defenses to aggressively pursue your interests.

Hiring an attorney seems expensive. What guarantee do I get for my money?

No attorney can guarantee results. In addition to being unethical, it is simply impossible when so many factors go into determining the outcome of a case. Just as no doctor can promise that a procedure will be successful, no attorney can promise a certain outcome. However, working with an attorney you trust is an essential first step in securing a favorable result. We can guarantee that we will do everything possible within the bounds of the law to succeed on your behalf.

Discreet Representation from Successful Trial Lawyers

At McGoughLaw P.C. L.L.O., our clients benefit from the knowledge, experience, and perspective of our entire legal team. Our sex crimes attorneys in Omaha are ready to help you obtain a favorable resolution to your case.

Call us at (402) 614-8655 today to schedule your confidential consultation to discuss your case.

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Client Success Stories

  • Theft
    Defendant was charged with embezzling more than $300,000.00, from a previous employer. At the deposition of the alleged victim, our firm highlighted a number of inconsistencies and questionable statements. The State agreed to dismiss all charges against our client. Defendant was charged with burglary. At the preliminary hearing, we created a record that established that the State had very little corroborated evidence against our client. After the hearing, we filed a motion to suppress, arguing that the charges should be dismissed because the State could not prove that our client was involved in the burglary. Shortly before a hearing on our motion, the State contacted us and agreed to dismiss all charges against our client. Defendant was charged in federal court with embezzling several thousand dollars. Following our investigation and providing relevant information to the Government and the Court, the Court agreed to sentence our client to probation with no jail time. Defendant was charged in federal court with cheating the Government out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Following our investigation and settlement negotiations with the Government, the Court agreed to sentence our client to probation without having to go to jail.
  • Other Offenses
    Defendant was charged with possession of child pornography and was previously represented by a different attorney. Defendant came to us for help because his current attorney was not able to get the matter resolved from Defendant. Following our investigation and presentation of materials to the State, the State agreed to dismiss all felony charges against our client. Based upon our presentation to the Court at sentencing, the Court agreed to sentence our client to probation without having to go to jail. Defendant was charged with carrying a concealed weapon. The matter proceeded to trial and the jury found our client Not Guilty. Defendant was charged in federal court with impersonating an officer. Following an investigation and information presented to the Government, the Government agreed to dismiss the charges against our client. Defendant was charged with child endangerment and was previously represented by a different attorney. Defendant came to us for help because her current attorney was not able to get the matter resolved for Defendant. Following our investigation and presentation of materials to the State, the State agreed to dismiss all charges against our client. Defendant was previously sentenced to several years in prison. Defendant had been represented by a different lawyer. Our firm was asked to review the case to determine if there was anything that could be done to reduce Defendant's sentence. Following our investigation and presentation of materials to the State and Court, our client was re-sentenced to time served and released from prison.
  • Drug Possession
    Defendant was charged with possessing a large quantity of marijuana. Following a complete investigation by our firm, the State agreed to dismiss all charges against our client. Defendant was charged with carrying numerous pounds of marijuana. Following a suppression hearing where several statements made by the arresting officer were called into question, the State dismissed the felony possession charge. At sentencing, we presented evidence and information that convinced the Court to sentence our client to probation with no jail time. Defendant was charged with carrying numerous pounds of marijuana. Following a complete investigation by our firm, the State agreed to give the Defendant a deferred sentence which would not appear on his record. Our client avoided any criminal conviction and avoided a jail sentence. Defendant was charged with possessing drugs found at the airport. After our investigation and presentation of materials to the State, the State agreed to dismiss the charges against our client. Defendant was charged with possession of prescription drugs. Following a successful suppression hearing where the Court ruled that the State could not use certain evidence against our client, the State agreed to dismiss all felony charges against our client. At sentencing on a reduced misdemeanor charge, we were successful in convincing the Court to sentence our client to probation with no jail time. Defendant was charged with possession of prescription drugs while a student at college. After our investigation and presentation of materials to the State, the State agreed to refer the matter to diversion. This resulted in our client not having any criminal charges on his record. Defendant was charged with drug conspiracy and possession of a weapon. Following a hearing challenging the Government's evidence, the Court sustained our motion to suppress and ruled that the Government did not have probable cause to stop, detain or search our client.
  • Assaults
    Defendant was charged with child abuse resulting in death. Following the investigation of our firm, depositions of key witnesses and presentation of our findings to the prosecutor, the State agreed to dismiss the charges against our client. Defendant was charged with assaulting an officer. The matter proceeded to trial and the jury found our client not guilty. Defendant was charged with assault. Following our investigation and presentation of relevant information to the State, the State agreed to dismiss the charges against our client. Defendant was charged with assault with a deadly weapon. Following our investigation and presentation of materials to the State, the State agreed to dismiss all charges against our client.
  • Sexual Offenses
    Defendant was charged with sexual assault of a minor. At the deposition of the alleged victim, our firm got the alleged victim to confess that she made the whole thing up. Charges were dropped against our client. Defendant was charged with sexual assault. At the deposition of the alleged victim, a number of inconsistencies were identified and highlighted and the State dismissed all felony charges against our client. Defendant was charged with soliciting a minor from craigslist. After taking a deposition of the alleged victim, our firm was able to highlight a number of inconsistencies and questionable information and the State dismissed all felony charges against our client. Defendant was charged with sexual assault. During the deposition of the alleged victim, our firm got the alleged victim to admit that it was possible that all of the information provided to police was from a dream and was not real. The State dismissed all felony charges against our client. Defendant was charged with sexual abuse of a family member. Following a deposition of the alleged victim and complete investigation, demonstrating that a number of statements made by the alleged victim were questionable and inconsistent with other information, the State agreed to dismiss the charges. Defendant was charged with sexual assault. The matter proceeded to trial and the jury found there was insufficient evidence to convict the Defendant. Our client was never convicted of the charge. Defendant was charged with multiple counts of sexual assault on family members. The matter proceeded to trial and the jury found Defendant not guilty of two charges and found there was insufficient evidence to convict on a third charge. Before Defendant could be retried on the third offense, the State agreed to dismiss all sexual offenses against our client. Defendant was charged with a sexual assault that the State claimed happened several years ago when the Defendant was a minor. We filed a Motion to transfer the matter to juvenile court, arguing that the matter should be dismissed. After our hearing, the State agreed to dismiss charges against our client.

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