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Sexual Assault Defense

by Richard J. Banta | Mar 5, 2019 | Blog

Criminal Defense Attorney

To be accused of sexual assault is not something you or anyone should take lightly. As soon as you learn that you have been accused of such actions, contact a criminal defense attorney. Unfortunately, the stigma that is attached to sexual assault can last a lifetime, no matter if the accusations are proven untrue or not. However, with the right criminal defense team, you can try your best to prove false allegations as just that. Without an attorney, it can be extremely differenced to do so.

Sexual assault is considered sexual contact with a victim without their consent, such as rape. It is important to note that, even if a victim is under the influence of drugs or alcohol and was unable to say “no”, if they did not say “yes” and discover what happened when they are sobered up, this is viewed as sexual assault. Rape is not limited to strangers, it can also happen with people you know. But sexual assault is not to be restricted to rape only. These are also considered to be sexual assault:

  • Child sexual abuse. Which occurs when an adult uses a child for sexual stimulation. Consent is not enough in these cases.
  • Sexual harassment. Which occurs when unwanted sexual remarks are made in a professional setting. This is not only limited to physical encounters.
  • Attempted rape. Fondling or forcing an individual to engage in unwanted sexual activities. Only the intent to rape is necessary.

As serious as these charges are, it only takes word of mouth to be arrested and possibly indicted for sexual assault charges. Being falsely accused of something of this magnitude will forever change the life of the accused. The reason several people are incarcerated for sexual assault is not always because they are guilty, but because they had either bad legal defense or none at all. No matter how shameful the charge is, you have a right to prove to a judge or jury your innocence. If you or someone you know has been accused any form of sexual assault, speak with a skilled criminal defense attorney that will be able to review the facts of your case, such as your account of what happened and any witness statements, and build up your defense. The right attorney will understand how serious this accusation is, inform you of your rights and use all resources available to you to defend you and prove your innocence. Contact a criminal defense attorney Atlanta, GA relies on before it is too late.

Thanks to Andrew R. Lynch, P.C. for their insight into criminal defense and sexual assault.