If You Have Been Charged with Statutory Rape Begin Protecting Your Rights
Being charged with a sex crime is especially difficult because of the stigma associated with the charge. People worry how their jobs will be affected, and how their friends and families will react if they find out.
Because the consequences can be so severe, it is critical that you work with an experienced attorney who can protect your rights and your freedom. At Berglund Law, PLLC, in Boise, Idaho, we use years of experience to represent people charged with sex crimes like statutory rape. We urge you to contact us to get started.
Our founding and principal lawyer — Chris Berglund — is a former prosecutor who truly knows the law. Regardless of the charges you face, she can help:
- Statutory rape: Statutory rape is the crime of having sex with any woman under age 18. There does not need to be an age difference or coercion involved for the crime to be charged. Statutory rape is a felony and should be treated very seriously by calling a defense lawyer as soon as possible.
- Sexual battery of a minor over 16 years of age: This crime is usually charged for any type of sexual contact by a man who is at least five years older than the woman. It carries up to a life sentence and requires registration as a sex offender.
At Berglund Law, PLLC, we offer non-judgmental, passionate legal representation. We handle our cases in the strictest of confidence and with discretion as a goal along with success against your charges. This means that, in addition to confidential consultations, we go to great lengths to protect your reputation. If possible, we aim to have charges dropped or reduced to non-sex-related offenses.
Making Sure Your Side of the Story is Heard
Many crimes, like alleged sexual assault or sex with a minor, are not as simple as they seem. Many people charged with these crimes have their own story to tell. Whether they were involved in a romantic relationship rather than a predatory one, whether someone made false and damaging allegations, our law firm seeks to make sure that your side of the story is heard.
Contact Us
If you have been arrested, you must take action to protect your rights. To talk with a lawyer at Berglund Law, PLLC, you can call us at 208-608-5071 and schedule a free and confidential initial consultation. You may also complete our online contact form.
