An excellent criminal attorney for statutory rape Penal Code 261.5, also known as unlawful sexual intercourse, David Pflaum relies on 30 years of experience to get the right results for his client.
Just because a client was investigated or arrested for statutory rape does not mean the person is guilty. The person has many constitutional rights and remedies.
An experienced criminal attorney makes a difference in the outcome of a statutory rape case.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND SERVICES
Defense service starts with a client consultation to explore the facts of the investigation or arrest and to learn about the clients background.
The consultation about the arrest and client information form the basis of the defense case.
A criminal charge of statutory rape, also known as unlawful sexual intercourse, may be filed against an adult 18 and over who has sexual intercourse with a minor under the age 18 according to Penal Code 261.5.Sexual intercourse with a minor is unlawful even if the sexual intercourse is voluntary and consensual.
Investigation. If you are under investigation and an alleged victim or a police officer wants to speak with you, contact the defense attorney immediately at (760) 806-4333.
Attorney Pflaum is the right legal advocate to protect your constitutional rights.
He also is the right legal advocate to speak to an alleged victim or police officer on your behalf with the goal of preventing an arrest or prosecution.
Get Out Of Jail. When a person accused of statutory rape remains in custody, Mr. Pflaum is prepared to get him released as soon as possible.
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Contact the Prosecutor. Depending upon the circumstances and additional facts about the case, attorney Pflaum gathers vital information and delivers it as soon as possible with the goal of persuading the prosecutors office not to file any charges.
SKILLED RESOLUTION OF THE STATUTORY RAPE CASE
The determination of how and when to best resolve a statutory rape case depends on the circumstance, the ages of the client and alleged victim, and the evidence.
Defenses. These are important defense strategies.
- False accusation
- Mistake of fact
- The client was unaware of the alleged victims age
- The alleged victim presented false identification
- Motive for the alleged victim to lie
- Insufficient evidence
- Financial interest of the alleged victim to fabricate
Plea Bargain. A plea bargain is a resolution between the defense lawyer, client, judge and prosecutor that may include dismissal or reduction of the charges, no time in prison or jail, and other favorable terms.
Avoiding the requirement to register as a sex offender for statutory rape is a priority.
A plea bargain may take place at any court date. Sometimes a case is ripe for early resolution. Other times a case is complicated and takes more time.
Mr. Pflaum achieves excellent plea bargains by presenting favorable information about his client.
He also develops the strengths of his clients case by careful analysis of the evidence, scrutiny of the victim and witness statements, and finding weaknesses in the accuracy of the law enforcement investigation and prosecution case.
Jury Trial. Some cases, depending upon the clients position, may proceed to jury trial where Mr. Pflaum has substantial experience and success.
The best type of trial defense depends upon the credibility of the alleged victim, witness statements to corroborate the alleged crime, the police investigation and testimony, and medical records.
Additional strategies are noted above in the Defenses section.
Winning the trial begins by picking an excellent jury, making an effective opening statement, offering proper direct testimony, vigorously cross examining prosecution witnesses, and ending with a dynamic closing argument.
THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE LAWYER FOR STATUTORY RAPE DEDICATED TO CLIENTS
Attorney Pflaum understands the needs of his clients. He has a long record of experience and dedication that makes the difference for them.
Call 760-806-4333
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