{"id":6010,"date":"2021-06-17T18:53:26","date_gmt":"2021-06-17T18:53:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/davidlehrlaw.com\/?page_id=6010"},"modified":"2022-12-04T20:42:11","modified_gmt":"2022-12-05T04:42:11","slug":"rape","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/strongestdefense.com\/sexual-assault\/rape\/","title":{"rendered":"Rape"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"6010\" class=\"elementor elementor-6010\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6e7dc1b6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6e7dc1b6\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7667f1c\" data-id=\"7667f1c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dab7784 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dab7784\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 25-04-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Ventura Rape Lawyer<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66ca6d31 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"66ca6d31\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 25-04-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps no criminal charges carry a greater social stigma than sexually based offenses. A rape charge is a very serious charge. Your reputation, freedom, and future are on the line. Under <a href=\"\/domestic-violence\/domestic-battery\/\">California Penal Code<\/a> (PC 261), rape is defined as an act of unconsensual sexual intercourse using force, the threat of force, or fraud.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6725\" src=\"https:\/\/strongestdefense.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/f8c9dec45d288be3f1f0ea9674075e0f.jpg\" alt=\"Rape \" width=\"892\" height=\"428\" \/>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Strongest Defense, our <a href=\"\/dui\/first-time\/ventura-county-dui-court-process\/\">Ventura County<\/a> sex assault defense attorney has the legal knowledge and expertise to handle rape charges. If you or your loved one is facing a rape allegation, it is imperative that you take immediate action. Call our Ventura law office today to set up a free, strictly confidential review and evaluation of your case.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rape charges fall under California Penal Code 261. Here are some of the key things to know about California PC 261 and your legal rights if you are facing a rape charge in Ventura County:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are four types of nonconensual intercourse that constitute rape: 1) The use of force\/duress, 2) Victim has a mental disorder, 3) Victim was highly intoxicated, 4) Victim was unconscious.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are three primary defense to a rape charge: 1) Consent was given, 2) False accuation\/mistaken identity, 3) No sexual intercourse occurred.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A conviction on a rape charge in California carries a maximum sentence of eight years in prison.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In California, a conviction of rape always mandates lifetime registration as a sex offender.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The victim of sexual assault can also file a civil lawsuit against the alleged preparator. Notably, there is a lower \u2018burden of proof&#8217; on the plaintiff in a civil case than on a prosecutor in a criminal case.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you were arrested and charged with rape, it is crucial that you consult with an experienced California sexual assault defense lawyer as soon as possible. Prosecutors take rape allegations very seriously. A defendant is facing a lengthy prison sentence and lifetime registration as a sexual offender. Call our Ventura County law office today to arrange a free, fully confidential review of your case.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are few things more stressful, intimidating, and all around overwhelming than being accused of rape. You do not have to go up against prosecutors alone. At Strongest Defense, our sexual assault defense attorney is prepared to:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct a comprehensive case evaluation. We will listen to your story and answer your questions about your rights and legal options.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investigate the matter\u2014gathering, securing, and organizing all relevant evidence that can help to establish your innocence.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Devise a personalized legal defense strategy that is focused on fighting false rape charges and ensuring that you are able to get the best outcome in your case.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you or your loved one was arrested for rape in Southern California, our law firm is prepared to get started on your case immediately. Call our Ventura, CA law office for a confidential initial consultation.<\/span>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>If you have been charged with<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>sexual assault or rape, call 805-477-0070 now.<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>We can provide a free, confidential review of your case.<\/b><\/p>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Strongest Defense, our California sexual assault defense lawyer represents people facing felony rape charges in Ventura County and throughout the surrounding region in Southern California.<a href=\"\/contact\/\"> Contact us<\/a> today for fully confidential legal assistance. No law firm can guarantee any particular results in case. 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