A sexual battery accusation can affect every part of a person’s life before the case is ever resolved in court. Even when the allegation involves a brief encounter, a misunderstanding, or conflicting versions of what happened, the accusation alone can create immediate damage to a person’s reputation, employment, family relationships, and future.

In California, sexual battery is prosecuted under Penal Code section 243.4. The charge generally involves an allegation that someone touched another person’s intimate body part against that person’s will for the purpose of sexual arousal, sexual gratification, or sexual abuse. Depending on the facts, sexual battery may be

When Do You Need a Sexual Assault Defense Attorney in Sacramento, Placer, or El Dorado County?

Being accused of sexual assault is one of the most serious legal situations a person can face. Even before formal charges are filed, an allegation can put your freedom, reputation, career, family relationships, and future at risk.

If you are being investigated, questioned by police, contacted by detectives, arrested, or even have reason to believe an accusation may be coming, that is the time to speak with a defense attorney. Waiting to see what happens can be a costly mistake.

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