Sexual Assault Lawyers Sydney
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Strategic criminal defence representation in sexual assault matters across Sydney and NSW. Experienced in matters where experience matters.
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Criminal charges place your freedom, your reputation, and your future at risk. The decisions you make now can directly affect the outcome of your case.
General legal advice is rarely enough in criminal matters. Criminal Law Group practises exclusively in criminal and traffic law. With more than 30 years of combined experience, our lawyers appear daily across Sydney and NSW courts, identifying weaknesses in the prosecution case, challenging unlawful police conduct, and defending matters from charge through to finalisation.
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Sexual Offence Charges We Defend
Sexual Assault
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Aggravated Sexual Assault in Company
Indecent Assault
Sexual Touching
Child Sex Offences
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Bail for Sexual Offences
Sexual Assault Penalties
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Sexual Assault Lawyers Sydney
Sexual assault is a serious indictable offence tried in the District Court. The brief of evidence is typically extensive and requires careful review before any decision is made. A suppression order may apply to restrict publication of the proceedings.
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You Have Been Charged: What Happens Next
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You Have Been Charged
A sexual assault charge results in a Court Attendance Notice listing your matter at the Local Court for committal. The full brief of evidence must be served before the matter is committed for trial. Early instruction allows for a thorough review of the evidence and advice on available defences. A lawyer should be engaged without delay.
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Your First Court Appearance
At the first mention, we appear on your behalf, confirm no admissions are made and begin the process of obtaining the full brief of evidence. Sexual offence charges proceed to trial in the District Court following committal proceedings conducted in the Local Court. We review every document in the brief before any decision about plea or strategy is made. We advise on the charge, the elements the prosecution must prove, the available defences and the options open to you at each stage.
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We Assess the Prosecution Case
Once the full brief of evidence is served, we review the complainant recorded interview, all forensic and medical evidence, any witness statements and the records of interview. We assess the strength of the prosecution case, the reliability of the complainant account and the viability of any available defence. Special rules govern the admissibility of certain evidence in sexual offence proceedings and any applications to adduce or exclude that material must be identified and addressed before the trial commences.
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We Advise on the Right Strategy
We advise on the strongest course available based on the evidence, the applicable procedure and your specific circumstances. Where the matter should be defended, we prepare for trial with a detailed review of the prosecution evidence, preparation of defence witnesses where appropriate and identification of all pre-trial applications that must be made before the trial date is confirmed. Where a plea is appropriate, we advise on the sentencing range and begin preparing detailed subjective material.
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We Represent You at Every Stage
We appear at every committal mention, directions hearing and trial. The cross-examination of the complainant is among the most important aspects of any sexual assault defence and is prepared thoroughly in advance. We brief experienced senior counsel for trial and work with them closely throughout. All pre-trial applications are identified, prepared and argued before the trial commences. At sentencing, we place detailed subjective material before the court and make detailed written and oral submissions.
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Your Matter Is Finalised
Your matter is resolved by verdict at trial or by plea and sentence. At trial, the prosecution must prove each element of the charge beyond reasonable doubt. We challenge the prosecution case at every available point. At sentencing, our submissions address the objective seriousness of the offending, your personal circumstances and every available mitigating factor. From the moment of charge to the final outcome, your defence is prepared and conducted at the highest level available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a free initial consultation available?
Yes. You speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer about the specific charge, the procedure that applies and the available options. All consultations are strictly confidential and protected by legal professional privilege. You will receive clear advice on the charge, what the prosecution must prove, the available defences and what steps should be taken before any decision is made. Call 1300 274 652 to speak with a lawyer now.
What happens if I call now?
You will speak directly with a criminal defence lawyer who will assess the specific charge, advise on the procedure that applies and identify the steps that need to be taken immediately. No statement should be made to police without legal advice. A suppression order may be available to protect your identity. Early instruction is essential in sexual offence matters to preserve your options and confirm the matter is properly managed from the outset.
What is a suppression order?
A suppression order restricts the publication of information about the proceedings including the identity of the accused and the complainant. In sexual offence proceedings, a suppression order protecting the identity of the complainant is mandatory in most circumstances. An order protecting the identity of the accused may also be available in appropriate cases. We advise on whether grounds for such an order exist in your matter and make the application at the earliest stage of the proceedings where available.
Is it too late to get a lawyer before my court date?
It is rarely too late, but in sexual offence matters early instruction is essential. The proceedings involve extensive pre-trial preparation including review of the full brief of evidence, identification of pre-trial evidentiary applications and, where relevant, preparation of a defence case. The earlier a lawyer is instructed, the more thoroughly the matter can be prepared and the better the position going into every stage of the proceedings.
What happens at a sexual assault trial?
A sexual assault trial is heard before a judge and jury in the District Court. The prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that the sexual act occurred and that it occurred without the consent of the complainant. Special rules govern the cross-examination of the complainant and the use of certain categories of evidence. The prosecution must establish every element of the charge and the accused is entitled to challenge every aspect of the prosecution case.
How much will this cost?
For Local Court committal proceedings, fixed fee arrangements may be available. For District Court trials and sentencing, a detailed fee estimate is provided at the initial consultation based on the expected scope and complexity of the proceedings. All fees are agreed before any work commences and are reviewed with you at each significant stage of the matter.
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