Serious sex offenses (rape, date rape, spousal rape, statutory rape)

Sex crimes evoke the passions and prejudices of most people in our society including prosecutors and judges. As unpopular as sex crimes and sex offenses are to the general public in California, those individuals accused of a sex crime have the same constitutional rights as any other person accused of crime. At The Law Office of Keith J. Bruno, those clients accused of a sex crime are handled discreetly and with great care. Mr. Bruno understands the tremendous embarrassment that a mere accusation can bring. The defense of those accused of sex crimes requires the most vigorous defense and the brightest and most passionate attorney. Mr. Bruno is that attorney.

Sexual assaults can include unwanted physical sexual contact by one person to another. Of course, the trouble is in determining whether or not the physical contact was unwanted. Sex cases are never cut and dry. Oftentimes sex cases involve a misunderstanding between the two parties where one party thought that consent was being given and the other party did not wish to give consent that did not verbalize that lack of consent. It is not always the case where one party says "no." in addition, the law itself revokes consent in certain situations. If a person was not able to give consent due to intoxication or mental infirmity, the law will say that consent was not effectively given. Accordingly, if two people are out drinking and become heavily intoxicated and later engage in sexual activity, and one of them has buyer's remorse the next day, that could result in charges being brought against the other party. It is not required to show that the victim physically objected.

In addition, any conviction of a serious sexual offense will result in Draconian punishment: registration as a sex offender for life (Penal Code section 290). This is a disastrous consequence, often worse than jail time for most people, must be avoided at all costs.

In light of the above, it is clear that anyone accused of a sex crime needs a vigorous advocate, skilled in the art of trial advocacy, to defend each and every one of your precious constitutional rights. You will need a skilled orator to communicate your message and understandings to law enforcement or, should it be necessary, to a jury.

If you are accused of any sexual offense it is important that you seek the services of a criminal defense attorney with experience in these types of cases. At The Law Office of Keith J. Bruno we have experience with these types of cases. In fact, Mr. Bruno's first case as a private lawyer was the successful defense of a young man accused of rape.

If you have been accused of a sex crime such as rape, contact the Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego criminal defense firm of The Law Office of Keith J. Bruno. We offer a free face-to-face consultation and can work out a payment plan in most situations.

The Santa Ana, Orange County, California, Law Office of Keith J. Bruno represents Californians who have been accused, charged, or arrested for criminal offenses in Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego.