One of the most reported of all sexual crimes, rape accounts for around 37% of all of these types of assaults reported to the police. Usually the person accused is someone the individual knows, whether they are a colleague or partner.
Hiring a solicitor is absolutely crucial if you have been accused of this crime.
If found guilty of rape, a person is liable on conviction on indictment to imprisonment for life. It is considered a grave offence which carrys the same penalty as murder. While you know you are innocent you do not want to do anything which could jeopardise your case at the early stages of a police investigation.
Although only 1 in 100 rapes recorded by police in 2021 resulted in a charge that same year. The police can influence a decision as to whether or not to prosecute a case to court,
Specialist lawyers dedicated to fighting your corner.
Solicitors like our team at SJB Legal Consultants Ltd will provide exceptional support, legal advice and a proactive approach.
Based in London, we also help clients accused of a range of other sexual assaults, including indecent exposure, child sex offences, and causing sexual activity without consent.
If you have been falsely accused of rape and need a specialist solictor, simply contact our team for more information.