Sexual Assault Solicitors
Sexual assault is a serious accusation that can tarnish your public reputation and lead to a lengthy custodial sentence. However, there’s often some confusion around what it is and how it differs from other sexual offences. Our highly capable criminal defence solicitors at Waldrons are here to help you understand it and provide expert legal representation if you are accused.
What is Sexual Assault?
Sexual assault happens when somebody is subject to unwanted sexual touching by a person who cannot reasonably believe that the recipient consents to being touched. It may not be reasonable to believe that they consent when:
- Consent has been expressly denied
- The person being touched is visibly uncomfortable
- They have consumed substances that could affect their ability to give consent
Touching does not need to involve penetration in order to be seen as sexual, and can take place through clothes. It can also be done using any part of the body or using an object.
What To Do If You Are Accused of Sexual Assault?
Arranging legal representation should be your first priority when you have been accused of sexual assault. Your representative is not just there to speak on your behalf if your case goes to court, but to ensure that your rights are respected and that you act in your own best interests while the investigation takes place.
Securing representation early allows you to benefit from expert advice during your police interview, and it gives you and your solicitor more time to prepare a strong defence.
FAQs
What is the Difference Between Sexual Assault and Rape?
Rape is the specific act of non-consensual penetration by a penis, while sexual assault is a more broadly defined offence that covers all other sexual touching without consent.
The former tends to carry a longer prison sentence, but both are serious offences. A sexual assault conviction will result in your name being added to the sex offenders register, which can have a significant impact on your personal and professional life.
How Can Waldrons Solicitors Help
Our specialist criminal defence solicitors here at Waldrons have a strong track record of sexual offence representation. Across a wide range of sensitive and complex cases, we’ve been in our client’s corner challenging the evidence against them, scrutinising police conduct and providing expert advice on how to proceed.
When you choose Waldrons, we’ll bring this experience to your case and help secure you a welcome outcome.
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Any solicitor can say they are experienced in what they do. We go the extra mile to demonstrate our expertise. Many of our lawyers have undertaken independent assessments of their knowledge and skills. Our accreditations give you the assurance that you are dealing with a specialist.
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