A sexual assault conviction does not end when the sentence does. A misdemeanor requires ten years on the sex offender registry and a felony requires it for life, which is why a sexual assault attorney treats the registration consequence as central rather than as an afterthought.
These cases are also polarizing in a way others are not. Friends, coworkers and even family may assume guilt as soon as they hear about an accusation, and that damage is hard to repair personally or professionally. Being proactive about your defense matters more here than almost anywhere else.
Possible Sexual Assault and Sexual Battery Defense Strategies
The California Penal Code defines sexual battery or sexual assault as touching someone intimately without their permission, for the purposes of sexual gratification, arousal, or abuse. As you can see, there are numerous elements of the crime for the prosecution to prove. As your criminal defense attorney, there are a variety of strategies we can use to prevent them from doing so. For example, we may be able to present evidence showing that the contact was consensual or accidental. We will also consider the possibility that you have been falsely accused, or that there is insufficient evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
We will use our familiarity with local DAs and prosecutors to intervene as early as possible in your case, arguing for a dismissal of charges or a favorable plea deal as the evidence may dictate. Either way, you will secure a faster resolution to your case than going to trial. If going to trial is the best option in your case, we will tell you honestly and then provide superior quality courtroom representation.
Call Now to Start Building Your Defense
Remember, time is of the essence when it comes to resolving accusations of sexual assault or sexual battery. You can rely on our caring and professional legal team to work hard to secure the best possible outcome for you as quickly as possible, because we want to limit the impact of this experience on your future. Contact us at (800) 497-0018 to learn more during a consultation.