Connecticut Date Rape Defense Attorneys

An accusation of date rape can ruin your reputation. Additionally, conviction for the crime of rape or sexual assault can result in fines, jail time, a criminal record and sex offender registration.

Do not put your freedom and reputation in jeopardy. Contact an attorney at Berman & Russo today for experienced criminal defense from sex crime charges. Having defended clients in central Connecticut for more than 25 years, our firm will provide you with an aggressive and dedicated defense to your sexual assault charges.

"Date rape" is a term that generally refers to forced sexual intercourse without consent between people who know each other, most commonly couples on dates. This not only includes physical force and psychological coercion, but also the forced use of drugs, such as GHB (the "date rape" drug) or alcohol.

The strongest defense to date rape charges is consent. If the other person consented to sexual intercourse, then the charges will be dismissed. In Connecticut, the elements of the defense of consent are more favorable to the accused than in many other states.

At our firm, we can help you understand the charges you are facing and build your defense strategy. We will thoroughly investigate the circumstances leading to your arrest and work to prove consent in your case. Our Connecticut date rape defense lawyers are skilled at negotiations, plea bargaining and, if necessary, at aggressively defending our clients' interests in court. We will explore every avenue and vigorously work to have your charges dismissed or the penalties reduced in your favor.

To discuss your defense with a sex crime attorney in Enfield and the surrounding communities, contact Berman & Russo. Call us today at 860-644-1548.