Posted On: November 22, 2009 by The Forbess Law Firm

Sex Crime Statistics in Northeast Florida

Rape is defined as sexual contact without consent. Here are the statistics from the first six months of 2008 and 2009:

Reported Rapes

Jacksonville/Duval County
2008 - 133
2009 - 113

St. Augustine/St. Johns County
2008 - 11
2009 - 9

Clay County/Green Cove Springs/Orange Park
2008 - 44
2009 - 57

Nassau County/Fernandina Beach/Amelia Island
2008 - 2
2009 - 1

It is very easy to get arrested for a sex crime in Jacksonville. Unlike most other crimes, there is little evidence in sex crimes. It is often the word of one or two people, that's all. If a detective contacts you and requests that you come down to talk to him or her about possible accusations of sexual misconduct, DO NOT speak to them! Contact a Jacksonville Sex Crime Attorney as soon as possible to discuss your rights.