Child Pornography Defense Lawyers in Raleigh, North Carolina

At the Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, our skilled Raleigh criminal defense attorneys and support staff have handled over 5,000 cases with uncompromising precision, in just over a decade, producing significant results in difficult cases for clients throughout North Carolina to ensure their criminal charges do not define their futures.

When our clients are facing sexual exploitation of child and child pornography charges, their lives are going to change quickly, as their reputations, livelihoods, and very freedom are at stake.

With so much on the line, you should never leave your case to chance.

Our talented team of criminal defense attorneys has established themselves as an authoritative presence inside and outside both state and federal courtrooms, reputably producing real results for our clients through case dismissals, reduced charges, and other recognizably favorable outcomes.

Our dedicated child pornography defense attorneys in Wake County have over 110 combined years of experience producing real, positive results for all North Carolinians facing these difficult charges, so they can get their lives back.

Contact us to learn how we can help you pursue the best outcome for your unique case.

Why Am I Being Charged with Child Pornography or Sexual Exploitation of a Child in North Carolina?


Sexual Exploitation of a Child in North Carolina is a serious allegation that comes with severe felony charges that can change your life.

No matter the reason you have been accused of sexual exploitation including whether it was a misunderstanding, or a vindictive spouse looking for leverage during divorce or custody proceedings — once the allegations are made, they cannot be taken back.

Sexual Exploitation of a Child’s convictions comes with serious penalties in North Carolina and requires a skilled team of defense lawyers to pursue the best outcome for each unique case’s circumstances.

First-degree sexual exploitation of a minor is a Class C felony punishable by at least 58 to 73 months in prison, with more time given to those with criminal histories if convicted for:

  • Use, employ, induce, coerce, encourage, or facilitate a person under the age of 18 to engage in or assist others to engage in sexual activity for a live performance or for the purpose of producing material that contains a visual representation depicting this activity.
  • Permit a minor in your custody or control to engage in sexual activity for a live performance or for the purpose of producing material that contains a visual representation depicting this activity.
  • Transport or finance the transportation of a minor through or across North Carolina with the intent that the minor engages in sexual activity for a live performance or for the purpose of producing material that contains a visual representation depicting this activity.
  • Record, photograph, film, develop or duplicate for sale or pecuniary gain material that contains a visual representation depicting a minor engaged in sexual activity.

Second-degree exploitation of a minor is a Class E felony punishable by at least 20 to 25 months in prison with more time given to those with criminal histories if convicted for knowing the character or content of the material, you:

  • Record, photograph, film, develop or duplicate material that contains a visual representation of a minor engaged in sexual activity
  • Distribute, transport, exhibit, receive, sell, purchase, exchange or solicit material that contains a visual representation of a minor engaged in sexual activity

Third-degree exploitation of a minor is a Class H felony punishable by 5 to 6 months of probation or an active prison sentence if you have a criminal history if convicted for knowing the character or content of the material and possessing material that contains a visual representation of a minor engaging in sexual activity.

Each of these charges comes with significant personal, professional, and social implications that can change your life going forward even if you are not convicted.

At Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, our Raleigh criminal defense attorneys offer you a tactical edge when it comes to defending sex crimes cases by prioritizing facts over allegations and developing effective defense strategies. Our founder and CEO is a former sex-crimes prosecutor who has defended some of the most difficult sex crimes cases imaginable. We have a wealth of experience in sex crimes cases. And we understand how prosecutors evaluate and prepare their cases.

Contact our sex crimes attorneys in Wake County today to learn more about the innovative defense strategies we implement for each of our client’s unique and important cases. Marcilliat & Mills PLLC: Established Child Pornography Criminal Defense Attorneys. Real Results.

Contact Our Raleigh Child Pornography Attorney For a Free Consultation

At Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, our skilled child pornography attorneys in Raleigh develop strategic criminal defenses for clients that provide each of our accused clients with a platform to tell their side of the story, to redeem themselves, and secure their futures by pursuing the best possible outcome for their unique cases.

Contact our skilled child pornography criminal defense attorneys in Raleigh at the Marcilliat & Mills PLLC today by calling 919-838-6643 or online to schedule a free consultation to learn how we can empower you to take a stand and pursue real results.

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