In New York State, the most serious kinds of sex crimes are often considered felonies, and the penalty for committing a sex crime can be extremely severe. If you have been charged with committing rape, child molestation, prostitution, lewd conduct, solicitation, or sexual battery, it is important that you contact a criminal defense attorney right away. There are a number of defense remedies that may be available to you and your case, and an experienced criminal defense lawyer who understands the law can help you.