innocence legal team
#1 Child pornography defense law firm in california
Since 1977, we have successfully defended against the falsely accused against Child Molestation, Child Pornography, Rape / Sexual Assault, and Cyber Entrapment / Stings allegations.
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Since 1973, we have successfully defended the falsely accused against Child Molestation, Child Pornography, Rape / Sexual Assault, and Cyber Entrapment / Stings allegations.
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If you need immediate legal assistance, don’t wait. Contact us immediately.
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“Patrick Clancy saved my life. Two girls falsely accused me of inappropriately touching them while I put them to bed when they were little…but I was innocent…Clancy hired a great investigator…a respected child psychologist and a specialist appellate lawyer and… figured out why the…falsely accused me. When the DA saw it all, the case was dismissed…Thank you, Mr. Clancy. Your expertise and strategy saved me from a potential 25 years to life and gave me my life back.”
“Patrick Clancy saved my life. Two girls falsely accused me of inappropriately touching them while I put them to bed when they were little…but I was innocent…Clancy hired a great investigator…a respected child psychologist and a specialist appellate lawyer and… figured out why the…falsely accused me. When the DA saw it all, the case was dismissed…Thank you, Mr. Clancy. Your expertise and strategy saved me from a potential 25 years to life and gave me my life back.”
“Case dismissed without trial. Mr. Clancy…studied my case which was voluminous…He then carefully selected items to show to the DA …to educate the DA…He was successful in getting the charges dismissed before the preliminary hearing…During the time I was in jail, he showed me and my wife great kindness, comfort, and support. We were very lucky to have found him. ”
“Case dismissed without trial. Mr. Clancy…studied my case which was voluminous…He then carefully selected items to show to the DA …to educate the DA…He was successful in getting the charges dismissed before the preliminary hearing…During the time I was in jail, he showed me and my wife great kindness, comfort, and support. We were very lucky to have found him. ”
“I Was scared and worried for my life, until the day I Met Patrick Clancy. I was accused of a lewd and lascivious act on a minor…Thanks to Patrick Clancy, I never went to prison or had to register for sex Offender. He is a master at his craft. Thank you, Patrick, I will never forget you… I had multiple allegations of molestation dismissed against me without trial…during the preliminary hearing he was able to disprove the major count against me which carried life in prison [and] got my bail reduce...It was the last day I spent in custody on my case…before the case went to trial the accusers refused to proceed and all of the sex allegations were dismissed. Mr. Clancy really showed that he cared. Mr. Clancy was a life saver.”
“I Was scared and worried for my life, until the day I Met Patrick Clancy. I was accused of a lewd and lascivious act on a minor…Thanks to Patrick Clancy, I never went to prison or had to register for sex Offender. He is a master at his craft. Thank you, Patrick, I will never forget you… I had multiple allegations of molestation dismissed against me without trial…during the preliminary hearing he was able to disprove the major count against me which carried life in prison [and] got my bail reduce...It was the last day I spent in custody on my case…before the case went to trial the accusers refused to proceed and all of the sex allegations were dismissed. Mr. Clancy really showed that he cared. Mr. Clancy was a life saver.”
See Who Has Trusted Us with Their Careers
Founders
We Have Defended
- Founder of Advertising Software Co.
- Founder of Bio-Medical Software Co.
- Founder of Tech Software Co.
- Founder Cyber Security Firm
- Founder Audiophile Equipment Manufacturer
- Founder of Attorney Referral Website
- Founder of an Online Pet Supply Store
- Founder of Laser Equipment Manufacturer
Besides Their Freedom,
Founders
Have at Risk
- Loss of Investors Loss of IPO Opportunities
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Startups
C-Class Executives
We Have Defended
- CEO Sound equipment manufacturer
- CEO of Silicon Valley Software Company (200 Employees)
- CEO SF Medical Software Company
- CEO of Tech Hardware Manufacturer
- CEO of Employment Referral Company
- VP of top 5-computer manufacturing company
Besides Their Freedom,
C-Class Executives
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
High Tech Personnel
We Have Defended
- Project Engineers
- Software Programmers
- Networking Engineers
- Security Engineers
- Programmers
Besides Their Freedom,
High Tech Personnel
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
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Medical Personnel
We Have Defended
- Chief of Surgery Major Interstate Hospital System
- Anesthesiologist
- Internists
- Head Hospital Administrator
- Sexologist
- Chiropractors
- Massage therapist
Besides Their Freedom,
Medical Personnel
Have at Risk
- Loss of Professional License
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
Business Owners
We Have Defended
- Housing Contractors
- Commercial building owner
- Ranchers
- Farmers
- Insurance Brokers
- Martial arts studio owner
- Furniture store owner
- Restaurant owners
- Beverly Hills Restaurant owner
- Day Care Providers
Besides Their Freedom,
Business Owners
Have at Risk
- Loss of Customers
- Loss of Reputation
Military Personnel
We Have Defended
- Air Force Officers
- Navy Officers
- Military Hitech Contractor
- Top Gun Graduate Navigator
- Nuclear Weapons Security Department Head
- USAF Doctor
Besides Their Freedom,
Military Personnel
Have at Risk
- Loss of Rank
- Dis-Honorable Discharge
Public Servants
We Have Defended
- Police Watch Commander
- Detectives
- Patrol Officers
- Mayor of So. Cal. City
- Court translator
- Fire fighter
- Police Officers
Besides Their Freedom,
Public Servants
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Job Opportunities
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Elections
Academics
We Have Defended
- Stanford University Director of
- College professors
- High School Teachers
- HS Gym Teacher
- HS Science Teacher
- Middle School Teachers
- Elementary School Teachers
Besides Their Freedom,
Academics
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Teaching Certificate
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
Department Heads
We Have Defended
- Auto Sales Department Head International Car Company
- General Manager of Interior/Exterior Landscaping Company
Besides Their Freedom,
Department Heads
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
Professionals
We Have Defended
- Partner of Major SF Law Firm
- Federal Lawyers
- State Lawyers
- Private detectives
- Architect
- Airliner Maintenance
- Nuclear Engineer with Highest Government Security Clearance
Besides Their Freedom,
Professionals
Have at Risk
- Loss of Professional License
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Career
People of Interest
We Have Defended
- Nat. Brewing Co Heir
- Wealthy philanthropist
- Member of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Besides Their Freedom,
People of Interest
Have at Risk
- Loss of Status in Their Community
Tradesman
We Have Defended
- Electrician
- Plumber
- Carpenter
- Painter
Besides Their Freedom,
Tradesman
Have at Risk
- Loss of Status in Their Community
Founders
We Have Defended
- Founder of Advertising Software Co.
- Founder of Bio-Medical Software Co.
- Founder of Tech Software Co.
- Founder Cyber Security Firm
- Founder Audiophile Equipment Manufacturer
- Founder of Attorney Referral Website
- Founder of an Online Pet Supply Store
- Founder of Laser Equipment Manufacturer
Besides Their Freedom,
Founders
Have at Risk
- Loss of Investors Loss of IPO Opportunities
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Startups
C-Class Executives
We Have Defended
- CEO Sound equipment manufacturer
- CEO of Silicon Valley Software Company (200 Employees)
- CEO SF Medical Software Company
- CEO of Tech Hardware Manufacturer
- CEO of Employment Referral Company
- VP of top 5-computer manufacturing company
Besides Their Freedom,
C-Class Executives
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
High Tech Personnel
We Have Defended
- Project Engineers
- Software Programmers
- Networking Engineers
- Security Engineers
- Programmers
Besides Their Freedom,
High Tech Personnel
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
Medical Personnel
We Have Defended
- Chief of Surgery Major Interstate Hospital System
- Anesthesiologist
- Internists
- Head Hospital Administrator
- Sexologist
- Chiropractors
- Massage therapist
Besides Their Freedom,
Medical Personnel
Have at Risk
- Loss of Professional License
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
Business Owners
We Have Defended
- Housing Contractors
- Commercial building owner
- Ranchers
- Farmers
- Insurance Brokers
- Martial arts studio owner
- Furniture store owner
- Restaurant owners
- Beverly Hills Restaurant owner
- Day Care Providers
Besides Their Freedom,
Business Owners
Have at Risk
- Loss of Customers
- Loss of Reputation
Military Personnel
We Have Defended
- Air Force Officers
- Navy Officers
- Military Hitech Contractor
- Top Gun Graduate Navigator
- Nuclear Weapons Security Department Head
- USAF Doctor
Besides Their Freedom,
Military Personnel
Have at Risk
- Loss of Rank
- Dis-Honorable Discharge
Public Servants
We Have Defended
- Police Watch Commander
- Detectives
- Patrol Officers
- Mayor of So. Cal. City
- Court translator
- Fire fighter
- Police Officers
Besides Their Freedom,
Public Servants
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Job Opportunities
- Loss of Reputation
- Loss of Future Elections
Academics
We Have Defended
- Stanford University Director of
- College professors
- High School Teachers
- HS Gym Teacher
- HS Science Teacher
- Middle School Teachers
- Elementary School Teachers
Besides Their Freedom,
Academics
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Teaching Certificate
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
Department Heads
We Have Defended
- Auto Sales Department Head International Car Company
- General Manager of Interior/Exterior Landscaping Company
Besides Their Freedom,
Department Heads
Have at Risk
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Future Job Opportunities
Professionals
We Have Defended
- Partner of Major SF Law Firm
- Federal Lawyers
- State Lawyers
- Private detectives
- Architect
- Airliner Maintenance
- Nuclear Engineer with Highest Government Security Clearance
Besides Their Freedom,
Professionals
Have at Risk
- Loss of Professional License
- Loss of Career
- Loss of Career
People of Interest
We Have Defended
- Nat. Brewing Co Heir
- Wealthy philanthropist
- Member of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Besides Their Freedom,
People of Interest
Have at Risk
- Loss of Status in Their Community
Tradesman
We Have Defended
- Electrician
- Plumber
- Carpenter
- Painter
Besides Their Freedom,
Tradesman
Have at Risk
- Loss of Status in Their Community
Leading Author
Patrick Clancy is the co-author of the book “Has a Child Been Molested?” Published in 1997, “Has a Child Been Molested?” shows how caring and intelligent people, including police officers, social workers, child therapists, teachers and even parents, may unwittingly create false accusations of sexual abuse. It explores the multiple myths labeled as “syndromes,” by which law enforcement and medical personnel have lead to so many false accusations against innocent people. This well cited book, available below for free download, concludes with information to assist in avoiding such accusations and steps one can take if they find themselves accused.
Patrick Clancy is the co-author of the book “Has a Child Been Molested?” Published in 1977, “Has a Child Been Molested?” shows how caring and intelligent people, including police officers, social workers, child therapists, teachers and even parents, may unwittingly create false accusations of sexual abuse. It explores the multiple myths labeled as “syndromes,” by which law enforcement and medical personnel have lead to so many false accusations against innocent people. This well cited book, available below for free download, concludes with information to assist in avoiding such accusations and steps one can take if they find themselves accused.
Has a child been molested? authoritatively cited by:
- Justice Denied Magazine, Issue 24, Berkshire County: How Not to Investigate Child Sexual Abuse, by Lona Manning.
- Social Development, by Alison Clarke-Stewart and Ross D. Parke , Wiley, Jan 21, 2014.
- Dr. Karen L. Salekin PhD (2005) The Suggestive Interview and the Taint Hearing: How Much Is too Much?, Journal of Forensic Psychology Practice, 5:4, 49-64, DOI: 10.1300/J158v05n04_03.
- The Myth of Moral Panics: Sex, Snuff, and Satan, By Bill Thompson, Andy Williams, Routledge, September 11, 2013, Nov 21, 2019
- F.A.C.T Knowledge and Understanding Briefing, December 2005, www.factuk.org.
- ww.factuk.org.A Perícia Psicológica no Brasil, Andreia Soares CalçadaMarisa de Menezes Marques, November 21, 2019, Folio Digital
Founder and Chief Strategist:
Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy Is a Nationally Known Leader Standing Up to the Excesses of the Group Think Victim Movements of the Last 60-Years From “Child Protection” to “Me Too”
Patrick Clancy was the first person commissioned by The American Bar Association to address false child molestation allegations in an article published by the renowned Criminal Justice Law Review Journal: False Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse: Why is it Happening, What Can We Do, 1990 Criminal Justice 14
Patrick Clancy Is a Nationally Known Leader Standing Up to the Excesses of the Group Think Victim Movements of the Last 60-Years From “Child Protection” to “Me Too”
Patrick Clancy was the first person commissioned by The American Bar Association to address false child molestation allegations in an article published by the renowned Criminal Justice Law Review Journal: False Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse: Why is it Happening, What Can We Do, 1990 Criminal Justice 14
How we win
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Successfully Defending Against Child Pornography Allegations
Understanding Criminal Charges: What You Need to Know.
Child Pornography
- Defendant knowingly possessed or controlled any matter, representation of information, data, or image that contained or incorporated in any manner obscene matter involving the use of a person under the age of 18 years.
- Defendant knew that the matter depicted a person under the age of 18 years personally engaging in or simulating sexual conduct.
- Did not know person depicted was under 18.
- Did not possess child pornography.
- Unlawful search and seizure.
- Low: 16 months
- Mid: 2 years
- High Term: 3 years
- Probation Eligibility: Yes
- Possible Professional License revocation/suspension/restriction
- DNA Bank
- Ineligible to vote while incarcerated
- Ineligible to hold public office for life
- Loss of right to serve as juror while incarcerated or on supervision
- Impeachment of testimony possible
- Deportation possible if not US citizen
- Firearm prohibition
- Sex Registration
- Defendant advertised for sale or distribution any obscene matter.
- Defendant had knowledge that the obscene matter depicted a person under the age of 18 years engaging in or personally simulating sexual conduct.
- Did not know person depicted was under 18.
- Did not possess child pornography.
- Unlawful search and seizure.
- Low: 2 Years
- Mid: 3 years
- High Term: 4 years
- Probation Eligibility: Yes
- Possible Professional License revocation/suspension/restriction
- DNA Bank
- Ineligible to vote while incarcerated
- Ineligible to hold public office for life
- Loss of right to serve as juror while incarcerated or on supervision
- Impeachment of testimony possible
- Deportation possible if not US citizen
- Firearm prohibition
- Sex Registration
- Defendant knowingly possessed media depicting a minor[s]engaged in sexually explicit conduct;
- Defendant knew visual depictions contained in the media were of a minor[s] engaged in sexually explicit conduct;
- Defendant knew that production of such visual depictions involved use of a minor in sexually explicit conduct;
- Each visual depiction had been transferred using any means or facility of interstate commerce or affecting interstate commerce.
- Defendant did not possess the depictions.
- The Depictions were not of minors;
- Defendant did not know that the depictions were of minors.
- Defendant did not know the visual depictions were created with the use of minors in sexually explicit conduct;
- The depictions were not transferred in interstate commerce and the transfer did not affect interstate commerce.
- 5 years to 20 years for first-time offense
- Possible Professional License revocation/suspension/restriction
- DNA Bank
- Ineligible to vote while incarcerated
- Ineligible to hold public office for life
- Loss of right to serve as juror while incarcerated or on supervision
- Impeachment of testimony possible
- Deportation possible if not US citizen
- Firearm prohibition
- Sex Registration
A Single Felony Charge Can Lead to Other Litigation Against You.
An accused can be sued civilly for the same conduct alleged in a criminal proceeding. In a civil proceeding you may be required to file statements and give testimony which can be used against you in your criminal case. On the other hand, discovery (such as the deposition of an accuser) in these proceedings not available in criminal court, can provide an unprecedented opportunity for obtaining evidence in your defense.
Civil Court
Alleged victims can also institute civil proceedings against the accused for the recovery of financial losses, pain and suffering and even punitive damages.
Children’s services can initiate proceedings to remove minor children from situations deemed dangerous. Juvenile dependency cases can be life changing for you and your child and so must be taken very seriously. Your testimony may be compelled in such a proceeding and used against you in criminal court for impeachment purposes.
Juvenile Dependency Court
If a charged offense poses a threat to a minor, Children’s Services can initiate proceedings to remove minor children from the care of the accused.
A spouse will often turn against a partner charged with a felony. This can result in proceedings for divorce, custody, child support and restraining orders. Evidence, including your own testimony in such proceedings may be used against you in your criminal case. On the other hand, discovery (such as the deposition of an accuser) in these proceedings not available in criminal court, can provide an unprecedented opportunity for obtaining evidence in your defense.
Family Law Court
A felony charge will often cause a spouse to turn against the accused.
California licensing boards can be quick to take action against a license holder charged with a felony. These include medical, law, pharmacy, dentistry, accounting, architecture, real estate, contractor, and most every other profession and trade. Police and civil servants can face administrative discharge hearings. Evidence, including your own testimony in such proceedings can be used against you in your criminal case. Your testimony may be compelled in such a proceeding and used against you in criminal court for impeachment purposes.
Professional License Administrative Hearings
Without the right strategy you cannot win.
Mistakes today has consequences in the future
Even if you have already had your preliminary hearing, your case is set for trial or even if there has already been a conviction, it may not too late to correct mistakes. Yesterday’s mistakes do not mean that your tomorrows are ruined. Call the Innocence Legal Team today.
Corrective Action
Stop. There is still time to take corrective action. The legal team can often turn a losing strategy into a winning strategy.
Too many times the Innocence Legal Team receives a case late in the process after other counsel have made serious strategic mistakes. Sometimes even after conviction. Nevertheless, the Innocence Legal Team has a long history of turning such cases around by correcting those previous mistakes by instituting the best stratagy.
Prior Attorneys
Too many times prior attorneys have used the wrong strategy and tactics.
Strategy is the roadmap to victory. Patrick Clancy has developed the winning strategy in hundreds of the most complicated and seemingly hopeless criminal cases. The right strategy is the key to prevailing and the Innocence Legal Team thoroughly analyzes all the evidence to determine your best winning strategy.
Strategy
Without the right strategy you cannot win.
Does Hiring a Local Attorney Give You an Advantage with Your Case?
If you want to have the best chance of prevailing, you need the most experienced, skilled, and tenacious team possible. The Innocence Legal Team is your team. Founder Patrick Clancy has gathered the most talented attorneys, paralegals, experts, and investigators in the state to fight for your freedom, reputation, and innocence.
Expertise & Skill
Counsel’s skill, experience and expertise are all that matter.
Knowledge of local politics is almost never relevant to a criminal case. Even in the unlikely event that local counsel may know an important member of the community, there is zero chance that such a figure would intervene on your behalf. No politician is going to risk the exposure of that kind of favoritism.
Local Politics
Local counsel’s claims of knowledge of local politics won’t help you.
Claims of such connections may be a sign of lack of skill, experience, or both. Prosecutors and judges are not going to show favoritism just because they are familiar with your counsel. Such conduct has resulted in well publicized firings and even criminal prosecution of Judges and DA’s. They will not risk their careers and reputations for you.
Judge & Prosecutor Connection Fallacy
Claimed connections by local attorneys with prosecutors and judges won’t help and may even hurt your chances.
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The cops don’t want to “talk” to you; they only want to interrogate you. They do not care about fairness. They do not care if you are innocent. To cops, everyone is guilty. To them, there is no such thing as a false allegation.
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