After the report of a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl, a male-teacher at Montclair College Prep in Van Nuys was placed under arrest earlier this month, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The teacher is currently facing charges of a sex crime in Los Angeles including unlawful sex with a minor.
The teacher is accused of periodically going to the young girl's home when the student was alone. The LAPD suspects that the teacher-student relationship had been going on for two months. The LAPD reports that the teacher has a prior crime report that was filed against him for child annoyance back in 2007, according to ABC 7. There was no criminal filing for that case that allegedly occurred in South Los Angeles.
Our Los Angeles sex crime attorneys understand that false accusations can be made against teachers. It is important to speak with a trusted attorney if you're currently facing any sex crime allegations.
The male teacher reportedly had his certification suspended by the state of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing back in November of 2010. The suspension was the result of reported moral or nonprofessional misconduct and lasted for 14 days.
Montclair College Prep has nearly 400 students and teaches grades 6-12. The 29-year-old teacher was appointed back in 2010 and taught social studies at the school.
School officials have yet to comment on the incident.
It is important to remember that a teacher or other employee who is accused of sexual misconduct in school deserves the benefit of the doubt -- the same as anyone accused of wrongdoing.
A rush to judgment often leaves a teacher or school employee with a ruined reputation and without a job regardless of the outcome of the investigation or final determination by the court system.
Remember that, if you're facing sex crime allegations, it is very important to watch what you say. It may be used against you as sex crime claims often come down to a question of proof and credibility. Only speak with your attorneys. Do not speak with government or school officials.
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