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Date Rape

Date Rape involves the act of raping of a victim that has a casual or pre-existing relationship with the offender. Rape defense lawyers know that even if you had a prior sexual relationship with the victim, you can still be accused of date rape if the victim says there was non-consensual sex on even one occasion.

Many people mistakenly believe the police will not investigate an allegation of date rape where the individuals have a prior sexual relationship. However, statistics show that over half of all rapes are committed by male family relatives and previous or current husbands, boyfriends, or lovers.

Many people also mistakenly believe they cannot be convicted if there is no DNA evidence or other concrete evidence corroborating the victim’s accusation. This is not true. A Los Angeles sex crime lawyer know you can be convicted when the only evidence is the victim’s word.

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When charged with date rape , the mere accusation can devastate your life, cause serious harm to your reputation, career, and relationships. A date rape conviction can haunt you for life. If found guilty, lifetime sex offender registration will be required of you, aside from the severe criminal penalties. Regardless of the severity or circumstances of your offense, your sex offender registration becomes public record, and your neighbors, friends, family, and employers will be able to see this identification indefinitely.

In 2006, Jessica’s Law was passed by California voters. It increased the penalties for sex offenders, prohibited probation for certain sex crimes, and prohibited all registered sex offenders in California from living within 2,000 feet of  school or park. If you are found guilty of date rape , it is likely that you will have also suffer from certain restrictions in terms of your housing and career.

Because of this, consulting a California attorney on date rape may help reduce the severity of any penalties you face or potentially absolve you of any false or unsubstantiated charges.

 

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California rape law states that all acts of sexual intercourse must be consensual, which means that even married couples and  those who are dating can be accused of rape. In addition, Penal Code 261.5 states that even if an alleged individual under participates in a sexual act, it can be classed as rape since minors can’t get legal consent to sexual intercourse.

If there are date rape drugs found in the victim’s system, this can also serve as powerful evidence of the accused individual’s guilt. However, there are variations in state laws regarding rape charges, so hiring an experienced date rape lawyer in California can provide you with an effective legal defense in your area.

Date rape trials usually involve the word of the accused against the victim’s word. Top sex crime defense attorneys advise against pleading guilty early in these cases. Instead, your Rape lawyers should plan a strong defense that will overwhelm the prosecution.

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Statistics show that for every 100 rapes and sexual assaults of teenage girls and women reported to police, only 18 lead to an arrest . On the other hand, 42 out of the 100 become “inactive” cases.

Physical evidence may be available immediately after the alleged act. This evidence can be used in your defense if you obtain an effective defense team of attorneys immediately.

Rape trials are often “he said, she said” contests in which evidence is solely the word of the victim. The outcome of a rape trial depends in large part on the attorneys involved and should be fought aggressively to avoid lifetime sex offender registration and harsh prison sentences.

Rape defense is different from other areas of criminal law and requires very specific techniques and experience by top attorneys. An effective defense team of lawyers often employs psychologists, medical experts, private investigators with the expertise to be most effective.

One defense strategy used by lawyers is to deny the sexual act occurred or that the sexual act did not involve the defendant. DNA and other forensic evidence may be used to support this defense. Another strategy lawyers use is to argue the act was consensual. This requires skilled argumentation by your attorney and may depend strongly on the use of psychologists, character witnesses, and expert private investigation services.

An effective date rape strategy would also involve remembering and corroborating key details of the incident for your defense. Because of this, it is crucial to be consistent and careful regarding any statements that you give to the police in order to avoid any inconsistencies being used against you down the line.

Ideally, it is best to have a date rape lawyer in California by your side before you answer any questions posed by authorities, since they are aware of the unique challenges faced by those accused of rape in California. They can help gather all the circumstances of the situation and create a comprehensive strategy to defend you against false accusations.

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LibertyBell Law Group was founded by a group of  criminal defense attorneys   in California who have a track record of winning cases. Our attorneys grew frustrated that people suffer life-altering consequences because they can not mount an adequate defense. Read more about sex offense lawyers .

Our lawyers united to level the playing field. We hand-picked only the foremost expert lawyers  in rape defense. Our attorneys have extensive experience in sensitive and highly challenging date rape and sexual assault cases.

Our lawyers are legal veterans with all the resources they need to get the best possible results for you. Our attorneys are a powerful legal defense force that is available and affordable to you. You can also check federal defense lawyer .

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Consulting a skilled California attorney on date rape charges from LibertyBell Group can help individuals uncover the critical facts and circumstances surrounding your case. It may be possible to acquit your charge or reduce it to a less serious offense depending on the situation.

You can now draw on the combined talents and resources of a large group of attorneys with one goal — getting the best ending for your case. Our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys defend you both inside and outside of court.

Call us now at 855-LAW-PRO1 (855-529-7761) for a free consultation with one of our  top sex crime attorneys  .

 

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Lawyer Tennen began her career as a Senior Law Clerk for one of the toughest District Attorney’s offices in the country where she gained remarkable experience in juvenile crimes, elder abuse, parole hearings, child abuse, sex and other serious crimes. Her experience at the District Attorney’s Office armed her knowledge and case strategy in exploiting the other side’s weaknesses for the client’s advantage and building a rock solid defense. Criminal attorney Tennen’s experience on both sides and brilliant maneuvering throughout is evidenced in her winning track record. In fact, even before earning her law degree, she was instrumental in getting excellent results on several criminal cases outshining her peers.

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