No one is safe from allegations of date rape. You may be in a new relationship that suddenly turns sour. A call or a visit from the police may be the first time you hear there is a problem.
Criminal charges that allege nonconsensual sex are complicated, requiring the assistance of an experienced date rape defense lawyer. Usually, there are no witnesses or physical evidence to prove the claim one way or the other. The outcome of your case will be based on the testimony of the two people involved.
You cannot afford to take any chances when you are charged with a sex crime. The Law Office of Martin D. Kane has been defending people in Queens against criminal charges for more than 40 years. We are dedicated to providing you with an aggressive defense against any charges you face.
While there are no laws specifically addressing date or acquaintance rape in New York, nonconsensual sex between two people who have a pre-existing relationship is still considered rape. A rape conviction does not require proof that you sexually assaulted or forced the other person to have sex with you. If someone claims to be incapacitated at the time of the act, evidence may lead to a drunk or drugged rape charge.
Although some instances of date rape are based on false allegations, do not assume that you will be able to straighten this situation out on your own. Your freedom, your reputation and your entire future may depend on the outcome of your case. A conviction can land you in jail for years, and you may have to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life.
Call The Law Office of Martin D. Kane at (718) 793-5700 or send us an email at the first sign of trouble. Quick legal action may help you avoid a conviction.