what kind of lawyer do i need to sue for rape

by Dr. Brendon Stamm MD Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago 8 min read

What to Do First

If you have been charged with rape, you should retain an attorney as soon as possible. You should also: 1. gather and preserve any physical evidence relating to the alleged victim and the incident (clothing, photos, videos, and objects) 2. gather and preserve any documents or records that could relate to the case, such as letters, emails, records t...

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What Not to Do

Just as important as preserving evidence and recording important information is knowing what notto do. If you are facing rape charges, you should not: 1. try to talk to the victim about the case or have any contact with the victim 2. talk to law enforcement or other investigators without an attorney present, or 3. ask for or agree to testing that is not mandatory—such as DNA testing pri…

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Possible Consequences of Being Charged with Rape

The most obvious and serious concern if you are charged with rape is that you could be convicted of the crime. A rape conviction has serious potential consequences. A defendant could be: 1. sentenced to time in jail or prison, including a potential life sentence under certain circumstances, in some states 2. placed on probation for an extended period, and 3. required to register as a se…

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How Legal Representation Can Help

Because of the possible consequences, no one should face a rape charge without being represented by an attorney.

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