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Sexual Offence Lawyers Sydney
Principal Solicitor Joshua Jung provides discreet and considered representation for sexual offence allegations. The available advice and defence strategy depend on the charge, evidence and individual circumstances.
Enquiries are treated confidentially. Whether client legal privilege applies depends on the purpose and circumstances. Contacting the firm does not itself create a retainer.
Criminal
Law Only
NSW
Courts Across the State
Urgent
Assistance if Available
Strict
Discretion
Sexual Offence Matters We Defend
Representation may be available for sexual assault and related allegations depending on the matter and availability.
Sexual Assault
Sexual assault under s 61I of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) concerns sexual intercourse without consent together with the applicable mental element. These offences are ordinarily prosecuted on indictment and commonly dealt with in the District Court, depending on the offence and procedural pathway.
Penalties depend upon the precise offence, applicable legislation, jurisdiction, objective seriousness and individual circumstances.
Defence Strategies:
- Consent and proof of non-consent
- Knowledge of non-consent under ss 61HI–61HK, including the statutory requirements concerning steps taken to ascertain consent
- Identification issues
- Admissibility or procedural issues
Sexual Touching
Sexual touching without consent under s 61KC of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) covers intentional sexual touching of another person without consent. This offence was introduced by the Criminal Legislation Amendment (Child Sexual Abuse) Act 2018.
Penalties depend upon the precise offence, applicable legislation, jurisdiction, objective seriousness and individual circumstances.
Defence Strategies:
- Consent
- Lack of sexual nature
- Identification
- False allegations
Child Sexual Offences
Child sexual offence allegations engage offence-specific elements, evidentiary rules and serious potential consequences. Advice must address the precise charge and applicable law.
Penalties depend upon the precise offence, applicable legislation, jurisdiction, objective seriousness and individual circumstances.
Defence Strategies:
- False allegations
- Mistaken identity
- Procedural issues
- Evidence challenges
Historic Sexual Offences
Historic offences are those alleged to have occurred many years or decades ago. These cases present unique challenges including the applicable law at the time.
Varies based on offence and applicable law
Defence Strategies:
- Reliability of memory
- Delay prejudice
- Inconsistencies
- Alibi evidence
Our Approach to Sexual Offence Defence
Absolute Discretion
Enquiries are treated confidentially in accordance with professional obligations. Client legal privilege may also apply where its legal requirements are satisfied.
Thorough Investigation
The prosecution material is examined to identify the issues in dispute, the applicable law and evidence requiring further investigation.
Presumption of Innocence
We vigorously defend your right to be presumed innocent and hold the prosecution to their burden of proof beyond reasonable doubt.
Confidential Initial Discussion
Contact the firm to discuss the scope and availability of an initial confidential discussion.
Request a Confidential Callback
Provide a few basic details and the firm will contact you as promptly as availability permits. For urgent matters, call Joshua directly on 0410 630 671.