Being involved in a sexual offence case in any way is likely to be a life changing situation, unfortunately for all the wrong reasons. Whether you're the victim or the accused, it's a scenario that no one wants to find themselves in, and so finding the right legal help in the form of an experienced sexual offence solicitor is vital. Solicitors that specialise in this field will be able to assist you with your case, shed some light on what rights you are entitled to and help you to protect those rights. More often than not, these kinds of cases are extremely sensitive and complex and require detailed investigations to determine the validity of the claims.
Sexual offences may vary from 'minor' allegations through to those that are liklely to result in more severe sentencing. There are plenty of more grey areas too, crimes that are proved to exploit others in any way for sexually motivated purposes (either face-to-face or online) are also classified as sexual offences. It is possible for these crimes to occur between two strangers or even between two friends or colleagues who are more familiar with each other. Solicitors are also able to assist you in dealing with historic sexual offence cases; these refer to allegations about an offence that took place years ago, with the complainant only choosing to come forward several years after.
What types of sexual offences can a solicitor assist with?
When it comes to sexually related offences, the list is quite varied and ranges in levels of severity. For example, cases where no contact has taken place will likely lead to a lesser charge than that of someone who is being charged with a sexual attack that includes elements of violence or rape. Unfortunately, even cases that are considered to be more 'minor' can have life changing, detrimental impacts on the victims life so if you've been affected in any way it's so important that you seek the right help. The same is true of those falsely accused, even so called 'lesser' offenses or slander could damage your reputation permanently.
Effective counsel could aid in reducing the level of damage to your career and reputation
When it comes to sexual offence cases, more often than not, it leads to the client who has been named in the case experiencing damage to their reputation and that of their family. The case could also result in a negative impact on the client’s career. Seeking professional counsel from a sexual offence lawyer who understands the complexities of the case as well as how to limit the damaging side-effects of a case of this nature is key. They are also able to offer support and guidance and deliver legal advice throughout the process.
