Rape Defense Attorney in Hampton Roads

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Rape is one of the most serious offenses in any jurisdiction, and Virginia is particularly harsh on people convicted of rape. The maximum punishment includes life in prison, and depending upon the circumstances, significant mandatory minimum sentences may apply. Rape allegations can come in many forms but they all require aggressive representation.

Without a powerhouse attorney, you face extremely harsh penalties. But when you work with the Law Office of Shawn M. Cline, PC, you can be assured that your case is in good hands. Our firm will immediately take action and conduct an investigation to ensure that your rights and freedoms were not violated in any manner during the arrest. We are not afraid to challenge evidence gathered by the government and create a strategic plan to ensure that you receive a favorable outcome.

Fighting False Accusations of Rape

On the one extreme, you may have a violent rape charge, where the victim is injured in the process of the event. On the other hand, many rape allegations arise out of circumstances clouded by alcohol, where regret over bad choices can be as much a factor as anything else in causing someone to report a rape. Regardless of the specific circumstance that led to your arrest, you need to work with a defense attorney from the Law Office of Shawn M. Cline, PC right away!

Rape charges can be devastating, but in order to prosecute someone, there has to be solid facts. Lack of evidence, improper police conduct, or simply being the in the wrong place at the wrong time can be sufficient evidence to allow you to receive a reduction in charges or dismissal of your case. You need to work with an attorney who is not afraid to handle a tough situation.

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If you have been charged with rape, or feel that you may soon be charged, you absolutely must have an experienced and aggressive criminal attorney on your case. Perhaps more than any other offense, rape cases are won and lost on the skill of your counsel. The versions of the event presented by the witnesses are often completely at odds with each other, so you need a skilled and aggressive lawyer who is ready to stop at nothing to fight for your rights and to clear your name. After an arrest for a rape charge, time is of the essence.

Prosecutors will begin to immediately gather evidence against you and will work to ensure that you receive the severest penalties available; however, when you retain the assistance of the Law Office of Shawn M. Cline, PC, you may be able to see a favorable outcome. If you have questions or concerns about your situation, now is the time to act! Our offices are conveniently located in both Hampton & Virginia Beach.