What should I do if I’m being investigated for a sex crime?

If you’re under investigation , the most important thing you can do is remain silent and contact an experienced sex crimes attorney immediately. Do not attempt to explain or defend yourself to law enforcement without legal representation. Even seemingly harmless statements can be misinterpreted or used against you later. Early legal intervention can significantly influence your case.

Can these charges be expunged from my record?

Your expungement eligibility depends on the nature of the charge and the case outcome. While most sex crime convictions are ineligible for expungement under Missouri law, dismissed or reduced charges may be. If your case qualifies, we’ll pursue every legal avenue to help clear your record and restore your reputation.

What evidence is typically used in sex crime cases?

Sex crime cases often involve a mix of physical evidence (such as DNA or injuries), digital communications, surveillance footage, forensic interviews, and testimony from alleged victims or witnesses. At The Watt & Young Law Firm, we carefully examine each piece of evidence, testing its reliability, legality, and relevance, to build a strong defense on your behalf.

Can I be charged if the alleged victim regrets or recants their statement?

Yes. Once a report is made, it’s up to the prosecutor—not the alleged victim—whether to pursue charges or not. Even if the accuser changes their story or wants to drop the case, the state can still move forward. That’s why having a strong legal defense early on is crucial. If you need a sex crimes attorney in Kansas City, The Watt & Young Law Firm is ready to craft a strong defense.

Will I have to register as a sex offender?

If convicted of certain offenses, sex offender registration is mandatory in Missouri. However, not all charges require it, and if we secure a dismissal, reduction, or acquittal, you could avoid registration altogether. Our goal is to keep your record—and your future—as clear as possible.

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Allegations of sex crimes come with intense social stigma, harsh penalties, and lifelong consequences, even before a conviction.

That’s why you need a defense that’s as serious as the charges are. As a sex crimes attorney in Kansas City, Gregory Watt leverages unmatched forensic credentials and courtroom experience to challenge the evidence, expose weaknesses in the case, and protect your future.

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Defense Strategies Built to Win Tough Cases

We get the facts straight the first time around and build a defense focused on the best possible outcome.

DUI/DWI

City v. Sullivan

Case dismissed on the morning of trial.
Misdemeanor

City of Raytown v. Higgins

Defendant acquitted of domestic assault after bench trial on the matter.
DUI/DWI

City v. Baptiste

Defendant found "not guilty" of second DUI after bench trial on the matter.
DUI/DWI

City v. Cowan

Defendant found "not guilty" after bench trial on the matter.
Misdemeanor

City v. Vincent

Defendant charged with Fleeing/Eluding a Law Enforcement Officer. She was found not guilty after bench trial on the matter.
Misdemeanor

State v. White

Defendant found not guilty of assault after bench trial on the matter.
Misdemeanor

State v. Montgomery

"Not guilty" after bench trial (DUI).

DUI/DWI

State v. Luethje

Case dismissed.
Felony

State of MIssouri v. Sherman

Burglary First Degree (B Felony) - Amended to Trespass (B Misdemeanor) after heavily litigating a diminished capacity defense.
Felony

State v. Aguilar

Acquittal by jury on all counts: rape first degree, sodomy first degree, and sexual abuse first degree.
DUI/DWI

State v. Blessing

Defendant found "not guilty" after bench trial on the matter.
Misdemeanor

State v. Garlington

Defendant charged with DUI in State Court. Defendant found not not guilty after bench trial on the matter.
Felony

State v. Jones

Defendant charged with felony aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Acquittal by jury.
Felony

State v. Whitley

Defendant charged with Rape First Degree and Sodomy First Degree. After jury trial on the matter, the jury ultimately hung. Case was later resolved with probation.
Misdemeanor

State v. Nicholas

Defendant found not guilty of assault after bench trial on the matter.
DUI/DWI

State v. Metzger

DUI dismissed.

Discreet Defense for Serious Accusations

From dismissals and acquittals to reduced charges and favorable plea deals, The Watt & Young Law Firm has successfully defended complex and high-stakes sex crime cases across Missouri. Our legal team approaches each case with discretion, diligence, and an understanding that these charges are sensitive. Your rights and reputation deserve protection.

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