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Defenses to Sex Charges

Sometimes, when an individual is accused of a sex offense, the most effective time to weaken the prosecution’s case is before the case even goes to trial. Many times, the sex offense charges are based on the allegations or testimony of the alleged victim. In these cases, the defense can use a variety of tactics to show that the defendant is an upstanding citizen with a history of good behavior.

Columbus Lawyer for Sex Crime Defenses

The Joslyn Law Firm can help you learn more about your sex crime charge and assist you in finding the best possible outcome for your situation in the Columbus, Ohio area. If you do not hire an experienced criminal defense attorney, you may face severe consequences. Contact Brian Joslyn at the Joslyn Law Firm at (614) 444-1900 for a consultation today about your sex charges in Franklin County and surrounding counties of Ohio.


Defenses to Sex Charges in Ohio

  1. Strategies for Those Accused of Sex Offenses
  2. Common Defenses to Sex Crime Accusations
  3. Establishing a Defense for Individuals Accused of Sex Crimes in Franklin County

Strategies for Those Accused of Sex Offenses

Some of the evidence that can be used to show good character, or that it is unlikely that the defendant committed the alleged offense includes:

  • Lack of criminal record
  • Results of a psychological evaluation
  • Records of good grades
  • Evidence that shows the alleged victim previously made false allegations

In order for the prosecution to take the case to trial, they must prove to the grand jury that they have enough evidence or reason to believe that the defendant is guilty of the alleged offense. If the defense can prove that the allegations are baseless, inaccurate, or that the prosecution lacks valid evidence, the defendant could have the charges dropped before ever going to trial.


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Common Defenses to Sex Crime Accusations

One of the most commonly used defenses to accusations of a sex crime is that the sexual activity that took place was consensual. In some cases, individuals will partake in consensual sex and out of fear or regret, the alleged victim will claim that he or she was sexually assaulted. Other commonly used defenses include, the victim has mistakenly identified the wrong person as the offender, the defendant has a clear cut alibi for the time the offense took place, or that the alleged victim is outright lying. In some cases, the best defense is to admit that a sexual act did occur, but that it occurred under circumstances that did not make it illegal. Examples of these include:

  • The alleged offender did not use force, threats, or violence
  • The alleged offender was married to the alleged victim at the time the incident occurred
  • The defendant is accused of statutory rape, but the alleged victim openly lied about his or her age

In order to determine what defense option is best for you, it is important to contact a Columbus sex crimes defense attorney who can analyze your case and choose the defense option that gives you the best chance of avoiding the penalties associated with your alleged offense.


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Establishing a Defense for Individuals Accused of Sex Crimes in Franklin County

Contact the Joslyn Law Firm today for a consultation about your sex related offense in Columbus, Ohio. There may be defenses or other factors applicable in your case to have your charges reduced or even dismissed. By speaking directly to an experienced sex crimes defense attorney in Columbus, you can ensure that your rights are protected. Brian Joslyn of the Joslyn Law Firm is ready to discuss your case with you. Call (614) 444-1900 for a consultation about your sex offense in Franklin County and surrounding counties, including Pickaway County, Madison County, Delaware County, Licking County and Fairfield County in Ohio.

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