San Jose Sexual Assault Attorneys
Sexual assault charges in San Jose are a pertinent part of our practice area. At Valencia, Ippolito & Bowman, we understand San Jose sexual abuse law and provide aggressive defense for people accused of an unlawful sexual assault charge.
If you are accused of sexual assault, call an experienced lawyer as soon as you are accused or arrested. Sex assault law is by definition unwanted touching of a sexual nature that can range from groping to rape.
According to the US Department of Justice, assaults occur every two minute and in most cases happen between two people that know each other.
Sex Assault Defense & Sexual Abuse Laws
What about the cases where intentions were misunderstand, the accuser was drinking and couldn't remember actual facts, or if someone was angry at you and wanted retribution. Any type of sexual accusation will damage your reputation, disrupt your home and employment, and alienate you from your partner or spouse.
Acts considered include:
- Engaging in forced sex
- Orally or touching someone's private parts without consent
- Date rape, spousal or statutory
- Sexually taking advantage of someone under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Sex acts with a minor
- Threatening someone if they don't participate in a sex act
Experienced San Jose Sexual Assault Lawyers
If you are accused of a sexual assault charge, the police will either question you or arrest you. You should ask to speak to an attorney right away, so you can have the best chance to a successful outcome of your case. We will make sure your rights are protected and you get a fair trial, even if you may be guilty. If you are convicted, our lawyers can negotiate a plea deal on your behalf and try to diminish the sentence.
When we speak with you, we will ask the facts as you recall them. Write down as many things as you can such as the date, time, place, what was said, were there any witnesses, and any information you may think relevant to your case. Piecing together a timeline while the occurrence is fresh in your mind is extremely important.
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Please visit our San Jose rape & San Jose sex crime pages, for more information.
Consult with an experienced sex assault attorney - Valencia, Ippolito & bowman at 877-7NO-JAIL, or fill out our online contact form with any questions you have.
