About Rape Charges

Being charged with the crime of rape is a serious legal problem.  The accusation may be based on the testimony of one person with no witnesses to the incident.  In some cases, an incident in which the sexual act was consensual later is claimed to have been a rape.  Such cases are extremely frightening and also dangerous if you have been accused.  The penalties for the crime of rape often include years spent in state prison amongst dangerous and violent criminals.  If you are facing such a charge, it is vital that you get legal representation at once from a criminal defense lawyer that has a strong history of defending felony crimes. 

Defending Rape Charges

How the defense of the case proceeds is determined by an analysis of the case and the evidence against you.  A rape defense lawyer will immediately review and evaluate all aspects of the case, and when the accusation is false, actions will be taken at once to get the charges dismissed.   It is often necessary to get help from an independent investigator to find evidence and witness statements that can support the defense.  No matter how grim your situation may appear, there are often viable options to defend a charge of rape. 

The experience and skill of the defense lawyer is of vital concern in any felony offense, including a charge of rape.  Not all attorneys possess the talent to present a case to the jury in a compelling manner, and it is well-accepted that the ability of the defense can make or break even cases that appear to be "slam-dunk".  It is vital that you act quickly if you have been arrested for rape and ensure that you do not answer questions until the attorney is there to protect you.  The defense of a rape case begins from the moment of the arrest.  You must act quickly if you hope to fight to avoid the repercussions you will face if convicted.