Rape

Kent, Washington Sexual Assault Attorneys

Allegations of sexual assault should be investigated immediately while evidence and eyewitnesses can be located. In cases involving date rape and statutory rape it is important to gather statements from an alleged victim as soon as possible before prosecutors can coach him or her in what to say. At the Law Offices of James Newton, PLLC, our lawyers consult hair and fiber analysts, DNA specialists, and forensic experts in challenging the evidence against our client in cases involving rape and sexual assault.

We also hire investigators to look into the background of the person making the allegations against our client in order to uncover a pattern of similar behavior and / or emotional instability that could explain why they may be distorting the truth. When necessary, our office requests a psychological evaluation of an accuser, as well as disclosure of any drug or alcohol addictions and mental conditions relevant to our client's case.

We're prepared to aggressively fight for our client in cases involving allegations of sexual assault, statutory rape, and acquaintance rape. To schedule a confidential consultation, contact sexual assault lawyers at the Law Offices of James Newton, PLLC today.

Allegations of Sexual Assault

The Law Offices of James Newton, PLLC represents clients in cases involving the following kinds of criminal charges and allegations:

• Date rape
• Statutory rape
• Rape of child - daycare, school, or foster parent
• Sexual attack
• Use of date rape drug

The Evidence: Putting the Prosecution on the Defensive

Unlike portrayals on television shows like "CSI" or "Law and Order," the actions of police and investigators aren't always flawless: evidence is mishandled, contradictory testimony is ignored, and alternative leads are not followed. In cases involving rape, a mentally troubled accuser may exhibit a pattern of behavior that eyewitnesses from his or her past can testify to. If prosecutors and investigators ignore this information, they ignore part of the whole story.

Additionally, even if DNA, hair, and fiber evidence is collected that demonstrates you had sexual contact with someone, it doesn't mean a rape occurred. In order to prove guilt, prosecutors must establish that the sexual contact between you and your accuser was non-consensual. In cases involving date and acquaintance rape, there is a grey area that can be difficult for prosecutors to bridge when there is no evidence of violence or force. In cases involving statutory rape, the ages of those involved may account for lack of understanding, confusion, and other issues that may serve as mitigating factors in the charges against you.

Contact Sexual Assault Defense Attorneys Today

Charges of sexual assault, statutory rape, and acquaintance rape are serious. At the law office of Jim Newton, our attorneys have the investigative and forensic resources needed to put the prosecution on the defensive and fight the charges against you. To schedule a completely confidential consultation, contact criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of James Newton, PLLC today.