An accusation of rape or attempted rape threatens every aspect of your life. Not only is your freedom in jeopardy, but your reputation, your relationships and your future. It is important to fight the allegations, but sex offenses must be handled carefully.
Skilled Sex Crime Representation In Maryland
The criminal defense lawyers of Cochran & Chhabra, LLC, provide sophisticated representation if you have been arrested or investigated in connection with a sexual assault. We work proactively to prevent formal charges and the damaging publicity when there is insufficient evidence to support the allegations. If the prosecution moves forward, we will aggressively challenge the charges through motions, hearings and trial.
Our law firm represents the accused in Annapolis, Baltimore and throughout surrounding counties of Maryland. You can contact us 24/7 to arrange a free consultation.
Consequences For Sexual Assault Conviction
A conviction for sexual assault carries not only a long prison sentence but the specter of lifetime registration as a sexual predator or sex offender. The felony record and sex offender status often destroys marriages and intrudes on every facet of life, including where you can live, where you can work and whether you can spend time with your children.
Our experienced attorneys are mindful of the harsh impact of sex offenses and we have defended people accused of every level of rape (penetration) and sexual assault (other sexual contact):
- First-degree sexual assault — rape involving force, threat or a weapon or involving a child under the age of 13
- Second-degree sexual assault — sexual assault by force, threat or weapon or statutory rape of someone who cannot legally give consent because of age or mental incapacity
- Third-degree sexual assault — nonconsensual sexual contact involving threat of bodily harm, kidnapping or other aggravating factor
- Fourth-degree sexual assault — unwanted, nonconsensual sexual contact such as fondling
- Attempted sexual assault of any degree
Experienced Annapolis Trial Lawyers For Sex Crime Defense
In the majority of sexual assault cases, there is an existing or prior relationship between the parties. We have represented clients accused of date rape, spousal rape and statutory rape. These are intricate and time-intensive cases. We thoroughly examine your situation from every angle to find opportunities to challenge the allegations. Did police follow proper procedure and honor your rights in the investigation? Does the victim have prior complaints of rape or a motive to fabricate allegations?
Our goal is to avoid a conviction and sex offender label, but these are fact-specific cases. We will do everything possible to protect your freedom, your family and your reputation, including fighting the charges at trial if we cannot resolve the case out of court.
We are available night and day to assist clients who find themselves under suspicion of serious sex offenses. Contact Cochran and Chhabra, LLC for a free consultation at 410.268.5515 or 888.268.5515, or contact us online.
