Accused of Rape in Southern California?

If you are facing rape charges in Riverside County, San Bernardino County, or Los Angeles County, it’s imperative to take action. The next step you take can mean the difference between years behind bars and living your life on your own terms. It’s not an overstatement to say that your future is at stake.

Having a skilled Southern California rape lawyer at your side can help every step of the way. From initial police questioning, to your preliminary hearing, to negotiations with the prosecutor, Alan Spears’ 50+ years of experience work in your favor. He knows that each case is unique and understands the nuances of the criminal justice system. He will work tirelessly to prevent a conviction, secure your freedom, and restore your good name.

California has enacted several laws pertaining to rape including:

• Non-consensual intercourse with someone other than your spouse (Penal Code Section 261)
• Non-consensual sexual assault (Penal Code Section 263.1)
• Non-consensual intercourse with your spouse (Penal Code Section 262)
• Non-consensual oral copulation (Penal Code Section 287(c)(2)(A))

In San Bernardino County and the rest of California, rape is a felony. A rape conviction carries severe penalties: you can be sentenced to state prison for three, six, or eight years. If your accuser claims to have suffered serious bodily injury, another three to five years can be added to your sentence. You will also be forced to register as a sex offender. Sex offender registration means that the eyes of law enforcement are always on you. You’re limited in where you can work, where you can live, and where you can travel. Anyone – neighbors, potential employers, and family members – can use California’s Megan’s Law website to keep tabs on your whereabouts.

Remember that the clock is ticking. San Bernardino County sex crimes lawyer Alan Spears can be your advocate every step of the way. He’ll make sure that you have every possible advantage in creating a successful California rape defense – one that results in the charges being dropped, in a successful plea negotiation, or in an acquittal at trial.

Examples of the defenses Southern California sex crimes lawyer Alan Spears may use in your rape case are:

• You were falsely accused
• The intercourse was consensual
• Sexual intercourse didn’t occur
• You had reason to believe the sex was consensual
• There is no physical evidence
• There are no eyewitnesses
• A witness provided a mistaken identification

Without an experienced, aggressive Southern California sex crimes defense lawyer fighting for you, you may wind up with a conviction that will forever change your life. Alan Spears has the skill and the knowledge to fight for your future and to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

If you’ve been charged with rape in San Bernardino County, Riverside County, or Los Angeles County, don’t waste another minute. Call Alan Spears today 951-400-4574 for a free, confidential consultation. He’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you.