Charges: Gross Sexual Assault, Unlawful Sexual Contact, Unlawful Sexual Touching
Results: HUNG JURY at trial and FULL DISMISSAL of Surviving Counts after trial
Facing severe charges of sexual assault, my client encountered false accusations from a family member dating back to his juvenile years. We took over the case shortly before trial, conducting a thorough investigation that included home photographs and interviews with witnesses. During the trial, critical mistakes in the prosecution’s presentation, such as the accuser’s motive for financial gain and failure to establish elements of the most serious charges, were exposed. A strategic motion for Judgment of Acquittal succeeded in a dismissal of the most severe charges. Despite a hung jury on remaining counts, the court dismissed four of the six original charges, leaving the client exonerated on all but the least serious charges. Ultimately, the relentless defense efforts resulted in a full dismissal of ALL six charges, preserving the client’s innocence and future.
