Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer

Being accused of a sex crime or rape should never be taken lightly.

If you are arrested or are being investigated for rape or any sex crime in Florida, you need to stop everything you are doing right now and call now to talk to an experienced Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer.  You can reach us anytime at 407-344-4837.

Fighting for your Freedom and your Future

Our job is to fight and win your case – to be your sex crime defense attorney.  There is little worse than someone accusing you of a terrible crime.  Just the accusation can cost you your job, your marriage, your friends, your home, and not to mention the social stigma associated with it all.  Our job is to be on your side and in your corner no matter how bad the situation may appear to be.

While we can (and do) take cases anywhere in Florida, our main office is located in downtown Orlando, which means we primarily practice in Orange County, Osceola County, Seminole County, and Brevard County.

Contact us or call 407-344-4837 to arrange a free consultation. If you or a family member has been arrested for any of the following, we will not hesitate to make jail visits:

Many sex crimes today stem from online activity.  Forensic scientists can analyze your computer and bring serious Internet sex crime charges against you based on very little evidence.  It is extremely important to hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible if you even suspect you may be under investigation for any sex crime. Properly defending these cases takes a lot of work – and you want someone who has done it before. . . successfully.

Sex crimes defense lawyer help

If you have had to ask yourself any of the following questions, call us right away:

Common Questions

1. I have been accused of a sex crime.  How do I defend myself against such an accusation?

2. It’s her word against mine.  Doesn’t the guy usually lose in that situation?

3. My ex-girlfriend says I raped her.  How can I prove I didn’t when we have had consensual sex so many times in the past?

4. It’s hopeless, isn’t it?  I mean, I can’t prove what was in her mind at the moment we were having sex.

5. This is going to cost a fortune to defend, isn’t it?

Our Answers

These are perfectly understandable questions and there are good answers to every one of them.  But every case is different.  While our clients get themselves into pretty tough situations sometimes, it’s our job to help them by navigating the criminal justice system.  It’s never hopeless and defending yourself against these crimes is not impossible.  But the lawyer you hire can greatly affect the outcome – be sure to get the best sex crimes defense attorney you can possibly afford.

A sex crime conviction will likely impact you for the rest of your life—there’s no way around it. Times have changed, and we live in an information-driven world. In addition to serving a prison sentence and suffering damage to your reputation and personal relationships, you will have to register as a sex offender indefinitely. This requirement can limit your job opportunities, dictate where you live, and restrict your ability to travel.

We have defended many of these types of cases in the past – successfully.  Thomas Feiter is an experienced and aggressive Orlando Sex Crimes Defense Lawyer.  He is a former prosecutor for the State of Florida and he was a Special Victim Counsel for the U.S. Army JAG Corps.  He knows sex crimes cases from all sides.

Sex crimes make up a significant portion of the cases we handle.  Whether the charge involves sexual battery or child molestation, we understand that such an accusation can have a significant impact on your life and the lives of your family.

Many people don’t realize that Florida’s criminal justice system doesn’t require additional evidence to support a sex crime allegation. If someone accuses you of rape and the prosecutor believes the accuser, the state can take you to a jury trial based solely on that accusation.

Hiring the best Orlando rape defense lawyer gives you or your loved one the strongest defense when facing a rape (also known as sexual battery) accusation. Prosecutors aggressively pursue these charges, and the consequences can be severe and life-changing for anyone accused.

When is sex considered rape?

Sex is not rape unless one party does not consent or when one party withdraws consent.  So two people can start out having consensual sex (not a crime) and it can turn into non-consensual sex (a crime).  When that happens, it makes it harder to prove rape – or sexual battery.  Rape is called “sexual battery” in Florida.

How Easy Is It to Be Accused of Rape?

It’s surprisingly easy to accuse someone — and even convict them – of rape. The alarming reality is that someone can accuse you of rape after what you believed was consensual sex. Whether the encounter is viewed as consensual or not depends entirely on what the accuser believed at the time.

In Florida, the accuser’s testimony alone can lead to charges. The law does not require any supporting evidence, such as DNA, physical injuries, or signs of resistance. The state can prosecute you based solely on the accuser’s statement, without any independent corroboration.  Here is the law/statute on that.

What is a sex crime?

Most people think of rape when they hear “sex crime,” but many other offenses fall under this category. Lewd and lascivious molestation, sexual activity with a child, sexual battery, solicitation, video voyeurism, failure to report as a sexual offender or predator, child pornography, sexual misconduct, unlawful sexual activity, and so on.  An Orlando Rape Defense Lawyer will be well-versed in all of these.

What kind of evidence might there be against me?

At the very least, a sex crime case begins with an accusation. Shockingly, Florida law only requires the accuser’s spoken words to move forward. Nothing more is necessary. You can be accused, arrested, tried, and convicted based solely on the accusation. If the prosecutor and jury believe the accuser, you could face a lengthy prison sentence and be required to register as a sex offender or sexual predator for the rest of your life.

The biggest hurdle in these cases is not always the forensic evidence, or the photos, or the DNA evidence, or the child protective team (CPT) video that there often is present.  It is the accusation.  Someone is saying you did something terrible and you are denying it.  How can you prove it did not happen?  That is really, really hard.  It’s the age old question: How do you prove a negative?  It is not impossible.  Call us for a free consultation to learn how we may be able to help you.

Many of our clients are professionals and/or people with zero criminal history.  They ask themselves, “How can this happen to me?  I’m innocent!  I don’t know why this person is saying this.”  We fight against false allegations all the time.  Do not lose hope.  We have defended people in your position many times in the past.

Who will prosecute my case?

The prosecutor assigned to your case depends on the jurisdiction. In most cases, the local State Attorney’s Office handles prosecution, and an Assistant State Attorney will take charge of your case. Every once in a while the Office of Statewide Prosecution will pick up a case and be the prosecuting authority.  That will be the Florida Attorney General.  Most of the time, however, it will be the local State Attorney’s Office.

What Should I Do If Someone Accuses Me of Rape?

If someone accuses you of rape, hire a lawyer who will stand by your side and fight to defend you. Don’t wait — taking immediate action can make a crucial difference in your case. As an expert in criminal trial law, Attorney Thomas Feiter is a preeminent and well-known Orlando Rape Defense Lawyer.  He has handled these cases many times – on both sides.  He has represented both victims and defendants, having worked as a prosecutor and a defense attorney.  Don’t just hire a lawyer, hire a fighter.  Call 407-344-4837.

Orlando Rape Defense Lawyer

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To begin building a strong defense, hire an Orlando sex crimes attorney at the earliest possible stage. Call The Fighter Law Firm, P.A. at 407-574-7576 or contact us online, and we will respond shortly.