Noblesville Sexual Battery Attorney
Dealing with accusations of sexual battery can make you feel as though everyone is questioning you. When you are charged with a serious crime, you may be subject to severe punishments, criticism from others, and perhaps jail time. However, a Noblesville sexual battery lawyer can help you navigate the court system.
Charges of sexual battery can be complex. Consent is the foundation of many of these cases, leading to situations where one side blames the other. As soon as they receive a complaint, prosecutors pursue charges and work to establish guilt. A guilty verdict carries significant weight, and navigating the complexities of criminal law alone is difficult. It is most beneficial to start your defense as soon as possible.
About Us
A group of criminal defense attorneys known as The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C. represents clients in Noblesville and the neighboring counties. Our lawyers are regularly seen at the Hamilton County Judicial Center, located at 1 Hamilton County Square. Our firm was founded with the intention of offering the most aggressive felony defense. Our strategy is team-first. A group of professionals handles major situations.
At least two attorneys and one paralegal are involved in every significant case. We carefully examine every police report and associated evidence. We prepare your defense using the same methodology. We have a former prosecutor on our staff who worked in homicide and felony prosecutions.
We have an edge over the state because we fully understand how prosecutors formulate and build cases against defendants. Together, our lawyers have more than a century of experience. In Indiana, there are just six criminal trial attorneys who are Board-Certified.* We are pleased to announce that, while not all of our attorneys are Board-Certified,* five of them are employed with The Criminal Defense Team.
Noblesville Sexual Battery Laws
According to Indiana Code § 35-42-4-8, sexual battery is defined. According to this statute, touching someone sexually with knowledge or intent is considered sexual battery. Intercourse is not the only instance of sexual battery. As long as the state can demonstrate that the victim was unable or unwilling to give consent, any unwelcome sexual contact may be considered sexual battery.
When prosecutors or law enforcement suspect that two individuals have had unwelcome sexual contact, Indiana charges are brought. Sexual battery encompasses a wide range of contentious problems. Witness evidence may become ambiguous, and the facts susceptible to interpretation when the gray area of consent is introduced. A victim is deemed not to have given their permission under the Indiana Code if:
- Someone else coerced or frightened them into submitting.
- The sufferer had a mental illness, was drugged, or suffered from alcohol poisoning.
- The victim wasn’t old enough to provide consent.
Comprehending Absence of Consent
The Criminal Defense Team is skilled at pointing out weaknesses in the state’s case because sexual battery accusations are based on the absence of consent. It’s important to remember that consent can be given and withdrawn at any moment in Indiana. Our lawyers are skilled at spotting contradictions in the state’s account of what happened. We inquire, for example:
- Did you misjudge the nature of your relationship?
- Do the events in your timeline line up?
- Do you have any emails or texts that support your claims?
Anything you say to authorities when they initially contact you regarding sexual battery could and will be used against you. You have the right to stay silent. You can speak with a Noblesville sexual battery attorney who can go over the specifics of your incident.
Penalties in a Sexual Battery Case
In the United States, 16.9% of men and 21.0% of women have been raped or subjected to forced penetration. Furthermore, more than one in five women (45.1%) had been the victim of contact sexual assault at some point in their lives. In Indiana, sexual battery is typically considered a felony. If found guilty, a person may face:
- Incarceration
- Registration of sexual offenders
- Job loss
- Difficulty securing housing
- Limited opportunities for travel, education, and vocational licensing, particularly abroad
- Parole or probation
- Limitations on your freedom, such as curfew, home imprisonment, or no-contact orders
If the victim was a little child and/or the sexual battery entailed kidnapping, physical harm, or the use of a weapon, felony convictions are sometimes more severe. In many situations, a conviction necessitates sex offender registration. Convictions for sexual offenses cannot be removed.
Hire a Sexual Battery Lawyer
You would seek a specialist if necessary, and you wouldn’t see just any doctor for your medical issues. You should follow the same procedure while dealing with legal issues.
It can be quite frightening and stressful to be the subject of a sexual battery investigation or charge. You are entitled to see a Noblesville sexual battery attorney whenever you choose. Engaging a sexual battery attorney is an important first step. We can be more prepared if we can examine the evidence against you as soon as possible.
Police interviews frequently make or break a case. Keep in mind that you have the right to silence, and you should absolutely use that right to consult with legal counsel first. Never attempt to explain the situation to the police. Additionally, wait to sign anything until you have spoken with your attorney.
Contact The Criminal Defense Team
We use a collaborative approach at The Criminal Defense Team. At least two attorneys and one paralegal review each case we take on. We carefully review all available information, including forensic results and police reports. From the start, our staff thoroughly investigates your case and develops a defense strategy tailored to you.
In Indiana, there are just six criminal trial lawyers who are Board-Certified.* The Criminal Defense Team is where five of them are employed. We are knowledgeable about the law and can support you in defending your rights.
Contact The Criminal Defense Team today to begin your legal process. We can examine the evidence, defend your rights, and oppose the prosecution.
*Andrew Baldwin, Kathie Perry, Maxwell Wiley, Kelly Pyle, and Michael C. Cunningham are Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists, as certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Find out why having a Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialist as your defense lawyer is important here.