Santa Clarita Date Rape Lawyer

Have you been charged with Date Rape in Santa Clarita?

Date rape refers to sexual intercourse that was enforced and non-consensual. It often implies that the accused and the victim had a pre-existing relationship or were dating, or knew each other in some way. Date rape charges are often based on the testimony of one person, the alleged victim. In many cases, drugs and alcohol were involved and can make any report about what occurred open to question. If you have been accused of date rape, we understand the fear and confusion you are experiencing. This is a serious sex crime and requires immediate representation from a high quality, experienced Santa Clarita criminal defense attorney.

With almost 40 years of combined experience, we have helped numerous clients to avoid conviction in sex crime cases. Your personal reputation and your freedom are at risk. With the help of Barnholtz & Kugler serving as defense counsel, you may be able to walk away without facing serious penalties. Please speak with an attorney from our firm today so that the facts in the case can be reviewed on an immediate basis.

Sex Crime Defense Attorney in Santa Clarita

It is very common for these charges to be based on a misunderstanding or to be false accusations. In some cases, the sex crime accusations could have been made with malicious intent in order to destroy the reputation of the accused. Unfortunately, what may have been a moment of anger by the person accusing you, it could lead to criminal charges. Cases involving drugs or alcohol create a dangerous legal problem, as if the alleged victim is believed to be incapacitated, a sexual act may have been illegal.

We understand that your reputation and future is on the line, and we will take aggressive action for your defense. We will thoroughly review the facts in the case, and through careful case preparation, skill in cross-examination, and by presenting evidence and witnesses for your defense, could help you to avoid conviction.

It is imperative that you contact us immediately; your future freedom is at stake.