When you hear about a rape accusation, you might feel overwhelmed. It is a very serious matter that can lead to harsh penalties, which means your entire life could be at risk. No one willingly commits rape, and often there are misunderstandings, or sometimes outright false allegations which is why you need a Bronx rape defense lawyer.
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At Spodek Law Group P.C., we are a premier criminal defense firm that has over 50 years of combined experience defending clients who are facing tough charges. We are NYC Criminal Lawyers who understand the law, and we are here to help you if you have been charged with rape in the Bronx. We have experience dealing with rape allegations, in all 5 boroughs, and know how to investigate them.
WHAT IS RAPE IN NEW YORK?
Rape is a crime that is defined under New York Penal Law § 130.35, which you can read more about on the New York State Senate website. A person who was charged under these laws faces potential prison time if found guilty. That means you could lose your freedom and future for many years. It also means you're now a sex offender, which is not a good thing.
PENALTIES THAT ARE SEVERE
Rape in the first degree, that was charged as a Class B felony, can carry a sentence of up to 25 years in prison. That means you could spend decades behind bars, and it also means you might be required to register as a sex offender for life. This will ruin your life. Registration that is required for sex offenses will limit where you live and work, which means it can ruin future job opportunities.
WHY RAPE CHARGES ARE SERIOUS
A conviction that is connected to rape can harm your reputation forever, which means you may lose friends, family connections, and future relationships. A person who was convicted might also pay high fines, which means you could struggle financially. The prosecutors take rape allegations VERY seriously.
STRATEGIES THAT WE USE TO DEFEND YOU
We always start by investigating the evidence that was gathered against you, when looking at rape allegations, which means we look for any pieces of proof that were illegally obtained. Evidence that was illegally obtained can be inadmissible, which means it could be thrown out of court. If that evidence is thrown out, it weakens the prosecution’s case and increases your chances of a favorable result. Our goal is always to win the case, by getting it thrown out.
Below are common defense strategies that we look at:
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Challenging Consent Issues
We review whether the person who was accusing you gave permission at the time of the act. A statement that points to consent can lead to dropped charges, which means your case could end faster. Looking at text messages, instagram messages, phone call records, recordings, etc, are ways of showing there was consent. -
Looking for Misidentification
We confirm that the correct suspect was identified by the police. A situation that involves a mistaken identity can lead to the charges being dismissed, which means you can avoid a painful legal process. If the person who is the victim was under the influence of drugs, they may have issues remembering who did the rape. -
Questioning Police Conduct
We check whether your rights were respected. An arrest that was made without probable cause can get evidence suppressed, which means the prosecutor’s case loses strength. You have rights, despite being accused of rape. -
Negotiation and Pre-Trial Motions
We always file motions that can remove weak evidence or reduce charges. A case that is resolved with a better plea deal can minimize jail time, which means your future can still be saved.
RAPE LAWS AND GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
You can find official resources that explain sex crimes on the New York State Unified Court System website, which means you can learn more about how charges, convictions, and sentencing work. You can also visit the U.S. Department of Justice for general information about sexual offenses nationwide.
WHEN YOU NEED A BRONX RAPE DEFENSE LAWYER
Regardless of the situation you are facing, it is very important that you contact us immediately. Delaying legal help could harm your defense, which means prosecutors might have more time to build a case against you. The worst thing possible is you speak to the prosecutors and investigators, without legal counsel - and say something you shouldn't. Everything you say can, and will, be used against you. We want to speak to you as soon as possible, so that we can guide you.
24/7 RISK-FREE CONSULTATION
We know you might be scared, and you might be confused about what comes next. We are Criminal Attorneys who have handled all sorts of challenging cases, which means we understand how to navigate the legal system. We are available 24/7, which means you can call us day or night for a risk-free consultation.
HOW OUR DEFENSE TEAM THINKS
We look at the entire case step by step, which means we analyze every angle for potential defenses. Our goal is to get the case dismissed, or dropped, rather than going to trial. But if we feel strongly enough, and the evidence is on our side - we will go to trial and defend you. We focus on building a strategy that was designed to get your charges dismissed or reduced, which means we fight hard to protect your reputation and freedom.
EVIDENCE THAT HELPS OR HURTS
Any evidence that was found by police can play a major role in your case. Evidence that was collected unlawfully is something we can challenge, which means it might be excluded from trial. That can cause prosecutors to lose key proof, which might lead to dropping the charges or offering a lenient deal.
CONSEQUENCES IF YOU DO NOT ACT
If you ignore the charges or fail to get legal help, you may face severe prison time, which means the rest of your life could be spent behind bars. You may also be placed on the Sex Offender Registry, which means you must report your address to officials regularly.
SPODEK LAW GROUP
We know that a rape allegation can disrupt your life. A person who was charged has the right to an attorney, which means you should never face prosecutors alone. We have 50 years of combined experience, which means our team has deep knowledge of criminal defense.
WHY CHOOSE US
- We are EXPERIENCED in handling rape charges.
- We have DEDICATED staff that was trained to deal with complex cases.
- We are TOP RATED in legal circles.
- We provide a risk-free consultation, which means you can ask us anything.
Regardless of how bad your situation appears, we can help you. We can explain your rights and possible defenses, which means you will know your options.