What is the
process of
defending
sexual offence
allegations?
ABV SOLICITORS
Being accused of any offence can be a very distressing and traumatic time for the accused and
their entire family, but when the charges are related to to offences of a sexual nature it can be even
more complex and difficult. Working with a sexual offence solicitor to make sure you have the
defence you deserve could a make a real difference.
When you are faced with an allegation of a sexual offence it’s extremely important to take legal
advice from a sexual offence solicitor as soon as you can. It can be very common for those who are
accused not to have had any previous experience within the criminal justice system and when your
career, reputations and relationships are seriously jeopardised by such allegations you need to seek
the legal expertise of a sexual offence solicitor to make sure you are being guided through the
process correctly.
The law regarding sexual offences is very complex and can throw up all kinds of challenges for the
defence team - having a sexual offence solicitor who can handle the case with care, caution and a
practical outlook will work in your favour.
Types of sexual offences a sexual offence solicitor can defend are extensive: child sex offences and
indecent images, grooming allegations, rape allegations and sexual assault allegations.
What are the different types of sexual offence
allegations?
Frequently asked questions regarding sexual
offences
What should I do if I am wrongly accused of a sexual offence? The first thing to do whenever you are
accused is to speak to a sexual offence solicitor - they will have the experience to deal with these types
of claims. Do not communicate with the person who is accusing you. All communications should pass
through your sexual offence solicitor or the police.
What should I do if I get contacted by an Operation Green Jacket officer? Operation Green Jacket was a
operation launched to investigate child abuse in Greater Manchester. If you are contacted by a Green
Jacket off