New York Sex Crime Attorney
Defending New York Residents Accused of Sex Crimes
If you have been charged with a sex crime, not only is your freedom at stake, so is your reputation and your future quality of life. Even innocent people accused of a sex crime can find their relationships and careers in ruins due to the stigma attached to such offenses. Conviction of a sex crime can result in imprisonment and lifetime registration as a sex offender.
Sex offender registration can affect your rights regarding housing and employment and is a public record available to anyone to see. If you are in this position, it is imperative you enlist the help of an exceptional New York criminal defense lawyer.
Sex crimes include offenses such as:
- Rape
- Sexual assault
- Child molestation
- Child pornography
- Internet sex crimes
- Prostitution
- Public lewdness
- Burglary with intent to commit sexual assault
Sex Crime Defense Lawyer in NYC
The legal team at The Portela Law Firm, P.C. is well-versed in all aspects of criminal defense and strategically address your unique situation. Many sex crimes are considered felonies and, as such, could result in a prison sentence. Even if you have been accused of a sex crime, do not wait to obtain legal help. The sooner you have a legal professional fighting by your side, the higher your chance of achieving a positive outcome.
Manuel Portela's background as an Assistant District Attorney includes extensive training and instruction in the Criminal Court Bureau, Early Case Assessment Bureau, Felony Investigations Bureau, Grand Jury Bureau, Appeals Bureau and the Supreme Court Bureau. This gives him invaluable insight into how best to defend you and your rights.
For help fighting your sex crime charges, contact a New York sex crime lawyer today.

Learn More About Our Firm

Opinions Matter
Read What Past Clients had to Say-
“El mejor abogado que conozco fui arrestado y me soluciono en una sola corte caso que me podria danar mi vida en los EE. UU. gracias Al Senor Portela y a su equipo!!!”
- Alejandro Atariguana -
“Me siento muy agradecido con todo el equipo de esta firma, mi caso era un poco complicado pero Gracias al profesionalismo del abogado se pudo resolver con exito!! Muchas Gracias 100% recomendado!!”
- Sergio Furca -
“Yo recomiendo al abogado Manuel Portela para cualquier caso familiar. El represento a mi suegro en un caso que estaba perdido desde el principio ya que en los ojos de la jueza el era cumpable. Pero el ...”
- Hansel Espinal -
“Before Manuel Portela was in charge of my criminal case, I was very worried since I didn't know if I was going to go to jail. But since Portela took the case, he gave me the security I needed. Also 4 ...”
- Cg Edgar -
“I owe a huge thank you to Mr. Portela and his staff for their continuous support in helping to win both my criminal case and custody case. A year ago, I was facing criminal charges, possibly losing my ...”
- Krystle L.