Phoenix, Arizona Sexual Assault / Rape Defense
Phoenix, Arizona Sexual Assault / Rape Defense
Because sexual assault charges carry stiff penalties mandated by Arizona law, it is essential to take an aggressive stance in the defense of an accusation. As an experienced criminal defense attorney, Jason Lamm knows that this type of case is largely factually based and rests on “He Said, She Said” scenario. By investigating and interviewing potential witnesses as well as countering medical evidence, we have achieved exceptional results for our clients in Phoenix and all over Arizona.
Sexual Assault is often defined as sexual contact that involves a non-consenting party. The definition of a lack of consent parties may include a victim’s inability to consent due to intoxication or physically/mentally incapacity.
Many claims of rape are unsubstantiated and unfounded. Nonetheless, Arizona law requires a mandatory prison sentence of up to 14 for a first offense. We believe our aggressively investigating and defending every case makes the difference in weeding out the all too common false allegations.
A person’s occupation may put them at particular risk for a sexual assault accusation. Doctors and teachers are at particular risk for sexual assault allegations. We have successfully defended clients whose patients or students made false allegations because of jealously, misunderstanding, and even attempts at extortion. It is also common for would be ‘victims’ to allege sexual assault to cover up their own infidelity and promiscuity to their spouses and families. Our recent results page speaks to what we have accomplished for just some of our clients.
There are varying degrees of sexual assault that are usually dictated by the age of the alleged victim. Statutory rape (consensual sex with someone under age) is treated as sexual conduct with a minor as even with consent, the penalties can be even harsher that for sexual assault. Like most sex offenses in Arizona, one who is convicted of sexual assault must register for life as a sex offender.
Sexual Assault accusations are very serious no matter how inaccurate the accusation may be. Sexual Assault convictions are result in stiff consequence so any individual facing even an allegation, should seek an attorney immediately. The Law Office of Jason Lamm can offer you accurate consultation and legal advice which may in some cases stop charges from being filed.
