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Are you being charged with gang rape in Phoenix, AZ? These charges can follow you around, even if you aren’t convicted. In this situation, it’s crucial to seek legal help as soon as you are arrested or learn that you’re being investigated. Orent Law Offices is ready to fight for your legal rights.
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Facing allegations of gang rape in Phoenix, Arizona, can be life-changing. Attempting to manage the legal process and communicate with law enforcement independently can quickly leave you overwhelmed and at risk of serious penalties. You need legal help right away.
Our Phoenix criminal defense lawyers won’t let you fight this battle alone. Here’s what sets us apart:
If you’re facing charges, choosing Orent Law Offices is the right choice. We don’t shy away from tough situations or aggressive prosecution.
Call us as soon as possible to schedule your free case evaluation with a Phoenix sex crimes lawyer.
In Arizona, there is no specific “gang rape” statute. When several people are involved in a non-consensual sexual act, law enforcement applies the existing laws on sexual assault. Sexual assault means intentionally or knowingly having sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with any person without their consent.
The law defines “without consent” broadly. It doesn’t just mean someone said no — it can also cover situations where force or threats are used, if the person cannot give consent due to their age, disability, or state of intoxication, or if someone is unconscious or asleep.
If more than one person participates in the assault, each of them can face the full charge. Someone doesn’t have to be the one actually engaging in the sexual act — assisting or helping someone else commit sexual assault could lead to charges as well.
When someone is convicted of sexual assault, the punishment is severe. Below is an overview of what defendants could be facing:
If multiple people are involved and convicted of the crime, the court may consider this an aggravating factor and use it as a reason to impose the harshest punishment. Anyone convicted of sexual assault will also be required to register as a sex offender for the rest of their life.
Being accused of gang rape is extremely serious and can be overwhelming. The law provides several possible defenses; however, it’s essential to remember that every case is unique. The facts, evidence, and situation are crucial. Here are some common defenses that may apply:
One defense sometimes used is that the physical contact between the parties was consensual. However, in these cases, it can be difficult to provide solid evidence of consent. Your attorney can use medical reports, messages, witness testimony, and the alleged victim’s behavior before or after the incident to argue that the act was consensual.
Sometimes the wrong person is identified as the accuser. This could happen because a victim identifies the wrong person, which occurs for several reasons. Defendants can use surveillance footage, phone records, or alibi statements to demonstrate that they were elsewhere at the time the incident occurred.
For a conviction, prosecutors must prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. If there are problems with the physical evidence, mistakes in police procedures, or just holes in their case, this allows your lawyer to attack their case and try to raise doubt.
In some cases, the alleged victim may accuse the defendant of sexual assault when they know it never actually happened. This can occur due to anger, jealousy, revenge, or even to harm your chances of winning a custody battle in family court. Your lawyer will look for ways to show that you weren’t involved in the incident or weren’t even in the area at the time it allegedly occurred.
If you’re facing these serious charges, you need to speak with a legal professional as soon as possible to begin building your defense.
If you’ve been charged with gang rape, you’re not alone in dealing with the situation. Speaking with legal representation as soon as possible can give you a real chance at beating the charges. No matter how complicated the case seems, we’re here to help you.
Contact Orent Law Offices to schedule a free case evaluation with a Phoenix gang rape defense attorney.
