Abusive Sexual Contact
Michigan & Federal Charges
Statutory Citations:
Federal: 18 U.S.C. §§ 2244, 2246
Michigan: MCL 750.520e (Fourth-Degree CSC), MCL 750.520c (Second-Degree CSC), depending on allegations
Abusive sexual contact involves allegations of intentional, non-consensual touching of another person’s intimate areas. While federal law applies in specific jurisdictions such as federal property or cases involving federal employees, Michigan prosecutes similar conduct under its Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC) statutes.
These cases often hinge on witness statements, credibility disputes, prior relationships, digital communications, and the interpretation of physical contact. Early legal intervention is essential to preserve evidence, challenge assumptions, and prevent investigators from mischaracterizing consensual or accidental contact as criminal behavior.
Federal prosecutors must prove intent, jurisdiction, and that the contact meets the statutory definition of sexual contact. Michigan prosecutors must prove force, coercion, or lack of consent. Both systems frequently rely on interviews, forensic examinations, and digital communication records, but these sources are often incomplete or subject to interpretation.
REAL FINE LAWYERS
Zupac Law evaluates every detail, timelines, motives, inconsistencies, medical evidence, and police procedure to build a direct, fact-grounded defense.
Penalties vary significantly between federal and Michigan law. Federal sentencing considers aggravating factors such as use of force, age of the complainant, and prior federal convictions. Michigan CSC penalties depend on the degree charged and may include jail, prison, sex-offender registration, and strict probation terms. A defense strategy must account for the differences in sentencing structures and evidentiary standards across both jurisdictions.
Zupac Law represents clients in the Federal Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, the Oakland County Circuit Court, the Macomb County Circuit Court, and the Detroit Third Circuit Court for Wayne County.
Our firm approaches these cases with meticulous attention to detail, clear communication, and an evidence-driven defense designed to challenge overreaching allegations and protect your future.
