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Sexual Assault Offences
At Criminal Lawyers Group, we understand how difficult it is to confront a Sexual Assault allegation. Contact our Team of Specialised Criminal Lawyers to assist with your case.
Sexual Assault
Sexual Assault falls under Section 61I of the Crimes Act 1900. The maximum penalty is 14 years imprisonment.
Any person who has sexual intercourse with another person without the consent of the other person and who knows that the other person does not consent to the sexual intercourse is guilty of the offence.
Sexual intercourse involves the penetration of the genitalia of a person by the body part or by an object used by a person. This includes the insertion of a penis in a person’s mouth, or cunnilingus, or continuing sexual intercourse without consent.
Process after being charged:
If you have been charged with a Sexual Assault Offence the matter will proceed throughout the Local Court before committing to the District Court. The police will be required to serve a ‘brief of evidence’ upon you or your legal representative.
The brief of evidence includes the evidence the prosecution intends to use in the prosecution of the offence. It is important that you contact our team at Criminal Lawyers Group to discuss the best way to defend yourself against the charge.
Pleading Not Guilty to Sexual Assault
If you plead not guilty to a charge of Sexual Assault, you will be committed to the District Court for ‘Trial’. Our Criminal Lawyers appear regularly in Sexual Assault trials in the District Court. This can be a very difficult process to go through and it is important that you contact our Criminal Lawyers to defend you.
Pleading Guilty to Sexual AssaultÂ
If you plead guilty to a charge of sexual assault, you will be committed to the District Court for ‘Sentence’. Our Criminal Lawyers appear regularly in in District Court sentences. This can be a very difficult process to go through and it is important that you contact our Criminal Lawyers to assist you with your criminal case.
If you or someone you know has been charged with a Sexual Assault charge, contact our Criminal Lawyers today for a Free Initial Consultation to discuss your matter.
Steven Mercael​
Principal Lawyer​
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a number of factors that can aggravate a sexual assault. This could include being in company, causing an injury etc. Contact us today to discuss.
The process would normally take in excess of 12 months.
Yes, at Criminal Lawyers Group, we offer free consultations to all potential clients. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
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