San Diego Sexual Assault and Rape Defense Lawyer
If you have been arrested for sexual assault or rape, you face prison time, a lifetime registration on a sex offender registry list, and a damaged reputation with friends, work, your community and family. Even without a conviction, an accusation of rape can affect the rest of your life. An experienced attorney can provide the defense you need.
At the San Diego Law Offices of Bill O'Connell, we have been representing people accused of rape and other sex crimes for more than 30 years. We are committed to protecting your future.
Contact the Law Offices of Bill O'Connell
Our firm handles a wide range of sexual assault charges:
- Child molestation
- Inappropriate touching
- Rape
- Statutory rape
- Sexual assault
In addition to defending against sexual assault and rape charges, we also handle other sex crime cases, including possession of child pornography. We understand how damaging these charges can be, and we fight hard to minimize the consequences as much as possible.
Challenging the Prosecution
The prosecution has the burden of proof in our justice system. As an experienced criminal defense firm, we consider all the factors the prosecution overlooked when building their case.
Our experience allows us to effectively question the motive for accusing our clients. For example, if a couple is going through a divorce, one parent may make a false accusation in order to gain custody of the children. We also consider whether there was consent. We challenge the belief that saying "no" at any time constitutes lack of agreement. We will even challenge DNA evidence when there is reason to believe a sample was compromised.
Contact Us
Our firm provides a skilled and aggressive defense to protect your rights, your freedom and your reputation throughout the criminal process. Easy to talk to but tough in the courtroom, you can be confident that we will assertively stand up for your interests. Representing the accused throughout Southern California, we are available at our San Diego law offices Monday through Saturday by appointment. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.
