Rape Defence Solicitors
Rape Defence Solicitors
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The offence of Rape is one of the most serious sexual offences that you can be charged with.
The very word Rape carries a stigma, that can destroy ones career, relationships, and your life.
If you have been arrested for Rape it can come as a complete shock, and its imperative that from the very earliest communication with the police that you contact us.We understand that this can be a terrifying experience, however with years of knowledge and expertise dealing with rape cases, we will begin to work and formulate a defence immediately.
Its crucial when you first come in to contact with the police that you do not say anything which can be misinterpreted and used in evidence against you at a later date. Early intervention is a must, and often our successful clients are the ones who have instructed us to deal with their case at the Police station stage.
It may however not be possible to instruct us at this point, we can use our expertise at any point In the proceedings to formulate an effective defence.
Unfortunately years of underfunding have left the criminal justice system ineffective, you may be provided a Duty Solicitor, however this may not be in your best interests as they will certainly not be specialist in sexual offences.
There is a direct correlation with the fact that instructing a specialist sexual offences solicitor, will result in significantly improving the chances of you found not guilty.
Our only goal is to ensure we can return the not guilty verdict, whether that is in the shape of Police taking no further action, or you are being found not guilty at Court.
It shouldn’t just be the select few celebrities and super rich who are found not guilty, we will ensure you will get the same level of service, and we will be determined to ensuring you achieve the right outcome.
Consent
At the heart of most Rape cases is whether there is consent, and reasonable belief that there was consent. Reasonable belief is determined on the set of circumstances that presented themselves, and whether this is reasonable. The jury will decide on the question of reasonableness.
Complex
Rape can be a very complex area of law, however the Police may make it sound that its nothing to worry about.
The police may contact you to obtain DNA to eliminate you from enquiries. Please do not be fooled by this and contact us immediately once the Police contact you. If you have been accused of Rape its essential that you contact us and speak to one of our specialist sexual offences Lawyers. Early intervention is the best form of defence.
Putting your best foot forward
Once you have contacted us, one of our specialist Sexual offences Lawyer will carry out a detailed assessment of your case, and if we decide to take your case on, we will take detailed information surrounding the circumstances of the offence. Our experts will carry out detail research in respects of Complainant and full analysis of the case against you will be carried out. We can then assess the best possible defence to put forward on your behalf
Offence Nature | Starting Point | Range |
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Single incident by single offender | 5 years | 4 – 9 years |
Rape accompanied by an aggravating factor (sustained attack, ejaculation, use of drug/alcohol etc…) | 8 years | 7 – 13 years |
Repeated Rape of same victim by single offender or rape involving multiple victims | 12 years | 10 – 15 years |