Provo Rape Defense Attorney

Charged with Rape in Provo? Get Legal Representation now.

According to Utah state law, rape is defined as sexual intercourse with another person without the victim's consent. The charge does not take into account whether or not a person is married to the victim. If you are facing rape charges a criminal defense attorney in Provo can assist you with the charges and help to protect your rights. Rape is prosecuted seriously in our state. It is considered a First Degree Felony and carries a minimum sentence of 5 years in jail. Sentences involving life imprisonment can be levied for physical harm during the rape and for repeat offenders. The complex issues contained in a rape accusation will be thoroughly reviewed with a knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer with the Zabriskie Law Firm. In addition to the stiff penalties one can face, an individual convicted of rape will also likely have to register as a sex offender.

Procuring A Good Defense

Once an initial consultation is completed and a grasp of the situation is at hand, we will determine how to proceed with a comprehensive defense for your case. The charge of rape can sometimes be difficult to prove; particularly when the alleged victim is an acquaintance and no physical harm has occurred. Police reports can be crucial and in some instances used against the accuser. Even simple miscommunication can create serious issues resulting in these charges. We will use every option available to locate and utilize any mitigating circumstances and maintain our goal of getting the charges dropped or reduced whenever possible.

If the circumstances surrounding your arrest do not allow the charges to be dropped or reduced, we will use our experience as negotiators to pursue a better outcome for your case, with a variety of defense and negotiation tactics. Our firm has successfully tried over 400 criminal cases and we possess over 50 years of combined experience in criminal litigation. That experience is vital when facing a rape charge in Provo.

Being arrested for rape can have a serious effect on one's life and future. Contact a Rape Charges Criminal Defense Lawyer in Provo to have your case reviewed for an effective strategy.