Los Angeles Date Rape Lawyer

Date rape is a term coined to describe allegations of nonconsensual sexual intercourse between people who are friends or acquaintances, know each other, were voluntarily spending time together or are or were in a romantic relationship. Unfortunately for those who are accused, there are situations where an alleged victim will “cry rape” for reasons of revenge or jealousy. If you have been contacted by law enforcement or suspect that you will be accused of date rape, make sure you do not delay in securing legal representation. You need an aggressive Los Angeles sex crime lawyer in your corner if you are to have a fighting chance of avoiding a conviction and serious penalties. The sooner you act, the better of an opportunity I will have to seek a positive result on your behalf.

Defenses for Date Rape Charges in Los Angeles

There are viable defense strategies that may be used to counter allegations of date rape or any form of rape or other sex crime. Because I have been working in this field for such a long time, I understand that to expect from the prosecution and can recognize weaknesses in their cases. I can look at such issues as the reliability of the alleged victim’s testimony against you. Was this person intoxicated at the time of the alleged act? Alcohol and drug use can easily cloud judgment and memories of an event. Do they have a reason that they may wish to make false allegations of rape against you? Jealousy, revenge and anger are powerful motivators. Is there sufficient evidence to secure a conviction? The word of an alleged victim alone should not be enough to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt in the eyes of a judge and jury.

Take this opportunity to learn more about your case and the ways I can help you. Contact Los Angeles date rape attorney Robert Michael Helfend today.