Los Angeles Sexual Assault
Sexual assault attorneys in Los Angeles
Being accused of sexual assault in Los Angeles is serious business. Because of the stigma attached to sexual crimes, accusations alone can seriously damage a person’s reputation. the Rangel Law Firm, PC defends clients in the Los Angeles and surrounding areas against Los Angeles sexual assault charges.
Sexual assault law in Los Angeles
Sexual assault laws in Los Angeles define sexual assault as unwanted or non-consensual sexual contact and include grabbing or groping, but exclude actual intercourse. Los Angeles sexual assault may also be called:
- Attempted rape
- Sexual abuse
- Sexual battery
Los Angeles sexual assault charges
Los Angeles sexual assault charges can turn your life upside down and cause damage to your:
If convicted, the stigma follows you for the rest of your life. And, you must register as a sex offender, which is public and can be accessed by neighbors and employers.
Depending on the charges and circumstances, a sexual assault charge in Los Angeles may include a prison sentence. Because sexual assault charges create a high risk of conviction, early case preparation is vitally important. Since Los Angeles sexual abuse cases rarely have eyewitnesses, and are often "he said, she said" scenarios—immediate and thorough investigation is paramount.
Los Angeles sexual assault lawyers provide defense
A Los Angeles sexual assault defense is unlike other criminal defenses and requires knowledgeable and skilled attorneys. We effectively defend clients against Los Angeles sexual abuse charges by assembling a team of professionals, which may include:
We examine all the evidence against you including:
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- Physical/forensic evidence
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After reviewing the evidence, we determine defense strategies that may include:
- Using DNA/forensic evidence to disprove the defendant’s involvement
- Arguing that the act was consensual
- Showing the accusations to be false
Sexual Assault Defense in Los Angeles
Defense against the He said, She said prosecution In many sexual assault and abuse law cases, the evidence is just the victim’s word. Your case largely depends upon an aggressive defense. We passionately defend sexual assault charges in Los Angeles and fights for your rights. Our experience as prosecutors and as defense attorneys enables us to anticipate prosecution strategies and provide an advantage in your defense.
Los Angeles Sex & Rape Crimes
Los Angeles sexual assault attorneys defends your rights
Contact the Rangel Law Firm online today for a consultation with a sexual assault lawyer in Los Angeles to discuss your case.