Sexual Offences in South Australia

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At Woods & Co Lawyers we have dealt with many serious drug matters over many years. We have taken matters to the High Court, the Court of Criminal Appeal, and the Supreme Court. We have a good reputation and consistently obtain great results.

If you are charged with a sex offence you need advice from someone who is experienced in defending these charges and supporting you. Sexual offences vary considerably, not only in the nature of the allegations themselves but in the seriousness of the charges. We will listen, help and deliver.

Sexual offences always present a difficulty in the community. The community expects that the law will protect vulnerable people such as those underage and other victims of sexual matters. We are also currently experiencing a period where a number of historical offences have been charged.

All sexual matters require a competent and experienced solicitor in order to ensure that your case is properly explored and the issues aired in an appropriate manner. Delicacy, diplomacy and sound tactics are always required.

At Woods & Co Lawyers, we have at any one time numerous clients who have been charged with all types of sexually related matters. Our team is experienced in achieving favourable outcomes. We are passionate about your rights.

If you wish to challenge the charges, you are able to utilise our vast experience and resources in order to ensure a positive outcome. We will listen to your needs and expectations and assist you to deal with the matter appropriately. We are up to date with computer evidence, CCTV footage, and the implications of social media evidence.

If you decide to plead guilty, we will assist you in ensuring that appropriate submissions are placed before the court which focuses upon your remorse, contrition, personal circumstances, and efforts at rehabilitation.

We have acted in many high-profile matters involving, rape, unlawful sexual intercourse, child pornography, indecent assault. We have taken matters to the High Court of Australia and successfully won in the Court of Criminal Appeal. We have been some of the first to take applications to the Supreme Court in respect of Child Sex Registration applications.

Sexual Offences

Child Sex offences vary considerably. It is important to get early advice from Woods & Co Lawyers.

Child Sex Offences

Dealings with child pornography, called both child exploitation material (CEM) or child abuse material (CAM) by the legal system, can give rise to a number of different offences.

Child Exploitation

An indecent assault is an assault with indecent circumstances. Commonly, it involves the unwanted touching of another’s private region without their consent.

Indecent Assault

Indecent filming is on the increase with modern communication methods. Revenge pornography is treated seriously.

Indecent Filming

Child Exploitation Material CEM involves possession or dissemination of CEM and often results in actual imprisonment.

Child Pornography

Rape involves sexual intercourse without consent and carries life imprisonment.

Rape Charge

Unlawful Sexual Intercourse is a serious sexual offence. Many people are not aware of the wide definition of sexual intercourse

Unlawful Sexual intercourse

If you are facing or need more information on Sexual offences? contact our team in Adelaide.

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