Deputy Sentenced to 30 Years for Sexual Assault

A deputy in the Milton, Florida area has been sentenced to 30 years in jail for sexual assault. John Mitchell Tomlinson was originally charged with 120 counts of sexual battery on a child between the ages of 12 and 18 as he allegedly molested two girls. He was then found guilty of three counts of sexual assault on a victim between 12 and 18.          

Sexual assault charges are not taken lightly by courts and should be handled properly at all times. There are many difficult legal aspects that you will have to deal with when charged with sexual assault. You will want to protect your rights and ensure that justice is upheld. Being charged with sexual assault can affect your personal and professional life so it's important that you seek help when dealing with this situation.

By working with a criminal defense attorney, you can protect your rights and allow for an expert to handle the difficult legal aspects you will be facing. It's in your best interest to have a defense lawyer working on your behalf so that you do not have to worry about how to handle your case. If you or someone you know is being charged then you should take the time to contact a defense attorney to begin discussing your case and moving forward.