Portland Rape Defense Lawyer

Have you been accused of rape?

Rape cases can be extremely emotional and will require the defense skills of a high quality defense attorney. Types of rape charges include:

• First degree rape (Class A felony)
• Second degree rape (Class B felony)
• Third degree rape (Class C felony)

Class C felony rape is sexual intercourse with a minor under 16 years of age. A guilty verdict for third degree rape can result in penalties ranging from probation to incarceration for up to five years. A Class B felony rape case involves sexual intercourse with a minor under 14 years of age, and is punishable by mandatory minimum sentencing of 6 years and 3 months in state prison. If you are charged with first degree felony rape, you are facing a mandatory minimum sentence of 8 years and 4 months in prison. A Class A felony rape is forcible rape, sexual intercourse with a person under 12 years old or with a person that was mentally or physically incapable of giving consent. Other penalties that can be applied in a rape case include fines, restitution, court-ordered counseling, community work and sexual offender registration.

Other types of rape include the Class A and Class B felony of unlawful sexual penetration (sexual penetration with an object). First, second and third degree sodomy are also felonies that involve deviate sexual intercourse with minors. If you have been charged with rape, contact a Portland criminal defense attorney for immediate legal assistance. A qualified lawyer will make sure your rights are protected, and can craft a hard-hitting defense strategy.

Rape Defense Attorney in Portland

The Law Office of Donald J. Molnar is a recognized criminal defense firm that can be depended on to aggressively challenge the prosecution's case. We have many years of experience in sex crime cases such as rape, and know what to expect from the prosecution. Our legal team will review your arrest and look for procedural flaws and other weaknesses in the prosecution's case that can be used to mitigate the charges against you. We are skilled defenders with the knowledge and resources to effectively represent you in court.

Contact a Portland rape defense lawyer at our law office if you are facing rape charges to discuss your case and legal alternatives.