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The Orlando rape defense attorneys at The Law Offices of William H. Bryan III, P.A. defend individuals facing rape charges throughout Orlando and Central Florida including Kissimmee, St. Cloud, Tampa, Jacksonville and Fort Myers.

FLORIDA SEX OFFENSES

Generally, sexual assaults include unwanted physical contact with a sexual organ. Physical contact is unwanted if the victim says no, physically objects, or was not able to give consent due to mental incapacitation.

As unpopular as sex offenses and alleged sex crimes are in society, individuals accused of sex crimes have the same rights as any other criminal defendant. These rights include the right to a jury trial, the right to cross-examine witnesses, the right against self-incrimination, and the right to produce evidence.

Sex offenses include all types of sexual activities ranging from the severe crime of rape, usually defined as sexual penetration without consent, to the less severe crime of prostitution, usually described sex for hire.

It is not obligated to display that the victim physically objected. If in fact you are accused of any sexual offense it is significant that you seek the services of a criminal defense attorney with experience in these type of cases.

TYPES OF RAPE

Statutory rape is a sexual act with a minor under the legal age of 18. Statutory rape charges are brought up by the parents of the victim, but in Florida they can be raised by the state. Charges can be brought against you if you impregnate a girl under the age of 18 even if the girl consents to the sexual act.

Date rape is a forcible sexual act between individuals that know each other during a social engagement. The fact that the engagement was voluntary and that the parties knew each other is not a defense for this type of charge.

Spousal rape occurs when one spouse forces the other spouse to have sex with out their consent.

RAPE STATISTICS

Every two minutes, someone in this country is sexually assaulted.

70% of rapes involve alcohol or drugs.

More than 66% of sexual assault victims know their attacker. Among college women, the number is much higher.

MISDEMEANOR OR FELONY

Most sexual assault crimes are felonies. Lesser offenses are charged as a misdemeanor. Punishment for sexual assault crimes are charged with prison, community service, counseling, probation/parole, and lifetime sex offender registration. Multiple conviction of sexual assaults lead to increasingly greater punishment. The decision no matter to charge a person with a misdemeanor or felony rests with the prosecutor. A criminal defense attorney if contacted early enough in the investigation may be able to minimize the charges that you face. A unmatched criminal defense attorney may be able to assist out with these charges.

DEFENSE

The majority sexual assault acts have no witnesses consequently, sexual assaults are regularly prosecuted even if the evidence appears weak or the accuser lacks credibility. Defense to sexual assault cases include consent, insufficient evidence, and mijeapordyn identity. If in fact you are accused of being involved in a sexual assault offense you should talk to an attorney immediately to learn additional about your rights, defense, and the legal system.

WHY YOU NEED AN ATTORNEY

The Law Office of The Law Offices of William H. Bryan III, P.A. can assist you if you are charged with a sexual crime by:

  • Arranging for bail, bail reduction, or for being released on your promise to return and appear in court

  • Understanding the possible penalties and likely outcome of the case

  • Hiring an investigator to interview witnesses and gather evidence favorable to your case

  • Negotiating with the prosecutor for a reduction of the charges and sentence

  • Presenting the best legal defense for your case and argue and defend the prosecutor to prove its case

  • Seeking alternative sentencing programs such as house arrest (electronic monitoring), residential therapy, counseling, and informal probation

  • Having a rape charge is a very scary and disheartening experience for any person to endure. A rape charge will negatively affect all aspects of an accused person's life and may result in the loss of employment, strain on a marriage or relationship, and the destruction of a good reputation within the community. As you can see there is a lot at jeapordy, which is why it is in your best interest to choose a unmatched attorney to defend you in a rape case.

CONTACT A RAPE DEFENSE LAWYER

Our experienced Florida rape defense attorneys at the Law Office of The Law Offices of William H. Bryan III, P.A. can assist you in proving your innocence. We comprehend that a false rape accusation is humiliating and damaging, so it is our duty to use our knowledge of Florida 's sex crime laws to successfully resolve your case as quickly as possible. Contact us for a free initial consultation and we will assist you in defending you against these charges.


If in fact you have been arrested or under investigation for Rape in Florida, it is significant that you hire an experienced Orlando Rape criminal defense attorney to represent you. The Law Offices of William H. Bryan III, P.A. will work relentlessly to mount a successful defense to the charges with which you have been charged. As a former Assistant United States Attorney for nearly 10 years, William H. Bryan III is well versed in the strategies and tactics of the prosecution and can predict and anticipate the next move and how to aggressively defend Rape in the state of Florida. We are a strong defender of our clients' consitutional rights and will do everything in our power to protect and defend them. William H. Bryan III, Esq. is an aggressive Orlando Rape criminal defense lawyer who will organize and prepare every aspect of your Rape case up to and including trial.

 
Law Offices of William H. Bryan III, P.A.
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Orlando, Florida 32801

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The Law offices of William H. Bryan III represents individuals accused of Rape in Florida including Orlando, Kissimmee, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Myers in the following counties: Orange County, Broward County, Putnam County, Osceola County, Seminole County, Volusia County, Brevard County and Palm Beach County.