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It’s emotionally and mentally taxing to deal with the ramifications of getting charged with a sexual assault offence. For that reason, it’s critical that you entrust tested and experienced criminal lawyers Sydney that can alleviate the burden of handling these proceedings.
Whether the charges get handled in the local court, district court, or federal level, our sex crime lawyer team at James & Jaramillo are well-equipped to assist you. We have defended many individuals involved in various sexual assault cases that could have ended badly without proper legal guidance.
Our track record shows that our sexual assault lawyer Sydney team can get charges withdrawn early and have a good shot at beating the case should it go to trial. No matter the circumstances, our team of sex crime lawyers at J&J has your back from start to finish.
Sexual offence allegations are serious, and the laws surrounding these crimes are complex. It’s vital to seek legal advice when you’re aware that sexual assault charges against you. Never speak to the police without a sexual assault lawyer Sydney present.
We are specialists; our sex crime solicitors will fight for you and ensure your rights do not get trampled in the process. By examining the evidence, understanding which sexual acts constitute assault, whether consent was present, and the alleged victim’s testimony, our sex crime lawyer team will create the best solution for your situation.
Our sex crime lawyer team at James & Jaramillo will provide support, professional advice, & recommendations on the best way to win the case, excellent representation in court, preparation, strategies, and a desire to help you get on with your life.
Contact us immediately and remain silent until our sexual assault lawyer Sydney team arrive. We take care of the legal side of things and will handle the necessary paperwork and filings.
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The law defines sexual assault as sexual intercourse with another person, but the person does not consent.
For these charges to manifest into a guilty verdict, the prosecution must prove three things.
Note: An individual must be 16 years old to consent to sex. For more information on what constitutes as sexual assault, click here!
Our sex crime solicitors have vast experience in defending against all forms of sexual assault, including, but not limited to:
Our sex crime defence lawyers can assist you in many other areas. If you do not see your specific charge listed above, don’t hesitate to contact us, as this list is not exhaustive.
According to the Crime Act section 61I, the maximum penalty for sexual assault cases is 14 years of imprisonment (with a non-parole period of seven years) for the most severe cases.
The average penalty for aggravated sexual assault carries a maximum sentence of 20 years (with a non-parole period of ten years), based on section 61J of this legislation.
According to statistics, most often, five years and four and a half months was the average sentence for sexual assault cases. At least three years and one month was the non-parole period in these situations.
Other penalties include:
Don’t risk it; allow an expert sex crime lawyer from JJ Lawyers to provide the appropriate defence for the best possible results.
Our team of sexual assault lawyers at J&J law firm has an exceptional record of winning cases where sexual offences are involved. We will fight for you by ensuring we thoroughly prepare for your case, relentlessly research the evidence and precedences in similar circumstances, and do everything we can to get the charges dropped.
You can rest assured that our sex crime solicitors will obtain all relevant materials from any organisation or individual that could help you. We often get materials withdrawn that are unlawful for the prosecution to include.
A sex crime lawyer from our firm will defend you vigorously, and we will get results!
You can generally plead guilty or not guilty to the charges brought against you. Here’s how that looks:
If you plead not guilty, there are a few defences that you can use to justify or explain your actions. If any of the following defences are valid in the eyes of the judge, the charges could possibly get dismissed:
Any person who has sexual offence charges brought against them should contact us to review the case and offer the expert skill and legal representation. You could avoid the lengthy prison terms by hiring the best sexual assault lawyer Sydney.
For a woman, it is very difficult to deal with harassment, stalking and intimidation. Last year, I have applied for APVO against my neighbour.
Although I had CCTV footages and other evidence, to actually go through the whole court process is stressful, especially because I decided to represent myself in the court. Once I stepped into the legal process the realization hit me that having evidence may not be enough to win and protect myself from the defendant. When you represent yourself, the defendant’s solicitor sees that as an easy winning for his client and uses intimidation tactics.
I have contacted several solicitors but was put off by their emotionlessness approach. I contacted Jonathan Jaramillo from James and Jaramillo Lawyers who offered free first consultation. Comprehensive information offered by Jonathan was very impressive. He listened attentively and took time to answer my questions. He did not tell me what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to hear. I decided to represent myself and asked Jonathan if he would guide me and advise me throughout the process. This would be more cost-effective for me. Regardless of the size of the case, Jonathan was from the beginning to the end extremely professional, prompt and kind. He explained everything clearly making me feel confident with the legal process.
I have managed to get Interim Order in the early stage of the process-mention, which was protecting me till the final hearing in March 2024 when I won the case. This outcome could not have been achieved without working with Jonathan and his professional guidance. I can’t speak highly enough about Jonathan Jaramillo and recommend him for anyone who is looking for a good, responsive and reliable solicitor, and a genuine person.
Maninder Kaur2023-03-30Just wanted to say we were so blessed that we chose James and Jaramillo Lawyers , couldn’t have asked for lawyers better than than . The situation and mess that we were in earlier these lawyers stepped in and took the stress of our shoulders. He took time to understand our circumstances and was always available to ease our minds and take pressure of our minds . We know we could count on him anytime. Thank you so much . Really appreciate all that you did .Martin Glascoe2023-03-28Very positive experience with J&J today. Despite late engagement, Jonathan was able to make the necessary time to assist, providing a detailed list of supporting artefacts I needed to support my case, even taking a call at 8pm! The case plan was fully explained and I felt confident the best result would be achieved. Thanks J&J team!Jennifer Vargas2023-03-23Thank you to Jonathan and Jamie for your support. I highly recommend J&J Lawyers as they are professional and effective. What a great outcome in my case... Gracias Jonathan!Michael Metherell2023-03-17Jonathan and his team are very good at what they do. I was dealing with Jonathan and his assistant Jamie, they were both extremely helpful and supportive with helping me prepare for my court case. Jonathan holds himself very professionally in court and is a confident lawyer. Considering my circumstances where not great and had a hard case, Jonathan handled it well and in result of this it all went in my favour. I highly recommend him and his team. Thank you Jonathan, I'm very greatfull to have found you.Gail2023-03-15Best lawyers ever very thorough has your best interests at heart I wouldn't goSidney C2023-03-08Positive experience & positive outcome - After being in contact with multiple different law firms, I found Jonathan was the right lawyer for us. He was very responsive (even outside working hours) and was able to provide us with one on one service. He took the time to understand our personal circumstances and was always available to ease our minds by providing clear and honest advice. Jonathan shows great confidence in his work which allowed us to place our trust in him for representation. During a highly stressful period, Jonathan definitely made the court process just that little bit easier. Your time and dedication to your work does not go unnoticed - thank you Jonathan!Jye Doyle2023-03-02I’d like to highly recommend Tom Seeney from James & Jaramillo Lawyers. Tom took me on as a client after I was struggling with a lawyer from another firm that took no care in my case. Tom has represented me in multiple cases now and has never failed to impress me with his professionalism and attention to detail, saving me from serious legal implications more times than I could’ve imagined. 5 stars, would not look past him.Angela Doyle2023-03-02I would like to highly recommend Tom Seeney. Mr Seeney took over my case at fairly short notice after my previous lawyer proved to be unsatisfactory. Tom was thorough, extremely knowledgeable about the law and professional in his demeanour at all times. I am so grateful that he took on my case as we got an outstanding outcome. Would highly recommend him. Big thank you from Jye, Liz and Anj.RIEG Wang2023-03-01I am so so grateful to find Tom to help my divorce case After almost one year with a really aweful law firm,which cost me a lot of money and put me in a very difficult position,i want to say big thank you to Tom,you are a great lawyer,but more importantly, a decent human To those who are stucking in a divorce case, i hope you can find a good lawyer like Tom and end the case soon!Mohammad Islam2023-02-26Very much professional and organised. I am really happy with the service they provided. Definitely recommend others to give them a call and book an appointment to see the difference.
Maninder Kaur2023-03-30Just wanted to say we were so blessed that we chose James and Jaramillo Lawyers , couldn’t have asked for lawyers better than than . The situation and mess that we were in earlier these lawyers stepped in and took the stress of our shoulders. He took time to understand our circumstances and was always available to ease our minds and take pressure of our minds . We know we could count on him anytime. Thank you so much . Really appreciate all that you did .Martin Glascoe2023-03-28Very positive experience with J&J today. Despite late engagement, Jonathan was able to make the necessary time to assist, providing a detailed list of supporting artefacts I needed to support my case, even taking a call at 8pm! The case plan was fully explained and I felt confident the best result would be achieved. Thanks J&J team!Jennifer Vargas2023-03-23Thank you to Jonathan and Jamie for your support. I highly recommend J&J Lawyers as they are professional and effective. What a great outcome in my case... Gracias Jonathan!Michael Metherell2023-03-17Jonathan and his team are very good at what they do. I was dealing with Jonathan and his assistant Jamie, they were both extremely helpful and supportive with helping me prepare for my court case. Jonathan holds himself very professionally in court and is a confident lawyer. Considering my circumstances where not great and had a hard case, Jonathan handled it well and in result of this it all went in my favour. I highly recommend him and his team. Thank you Jonathan, I'm very greatfull to have found you.Gail2023-03-15Best lawyers ever very thorough has your best interests at heart I wouldn't goSidney C2023-03-08Positive experience & positive outcome - After being in contact with multiple different law firms, I found Jonathan was the right lawyer for us. He was very responsive (even outside working hours) and was able to provide us with one on one service. He took the time to understand our personal circumstances and was always available to ease our minds by providing clear and honest advice. Jonathan shows great confidence in his work which allowed us to place our trust in him for representation. During a highly stressful period, Jonathan definitely made the court process just that little bit easier. Your time and dedication to your work does not go unnoticed - thank you Jonathan!Jye Doyle2023-03-02I’d like to highly recommend Tom Seeney from James & Jaramillo Lawyers. Tom took me on as a client after I was struggling with a lawyer from another firm that took no care in my case. Tom has represented me in multiple cases now and has never failed to impress me with his professionalism and attention to detail, saving me from serious legal implications more times than I could’ve imagined. 5 stars, would not look past him.Angela Doyle2023-03-02I would like to highly recommend Tom Seeney. Mr Seeney took over my case at fairly short notice after my previous lawyer proved to be unsatisfactory. Tom was thorough, extremely knowledgeable about the law and professional in his demeanour at all times. I am so grateful that he took on my case as we got an outstanding outcome. Would highly recommend him. Big thank you from Jye, Liz and Anj.RIEG Wang2023-03-01I am so so grateful to find Tom to help my divorce case After almost one year with a really aweful law firm,which cost me a lot of money and put me in a very difficult position,i want to say big thank you to Tom,you are a great lawyer,but more importantly, a decent human To those who are stucking in a divorce case, i hope you can find a good lawyer like Tom and end the case soon!Mohammad Islam2023-02-26Very much professional and organised. I am really happy with the service they provided. Definitely recommend others to give them a call and book an appointment to see the difference.
We are determined to succeed in every case that we take, no matter how complex the challenges may be.
Our sexual assault lawyers are highly adaptable and can change courses at the drop of a hat. Sometimes we receive information at the last minute, which may change how the case is conducted. These sudden shifts never rattle us, and you can depend on us to still do an outstanding job with what’s presented to us.
Our sex crime lawyers in Sydney make a concerted effort to uphold honesty with our clients—we do not believe in giving false hope. Using the evidence that we have at our disposal, we provide detailed counsel and analysis concerning your situation.
You also don’t have to worry about hidden charges, as our fees are clear and transparent. Here’s an overview of how we handle sexual assault charges:
At James & Jaramillo, we believe that everyone has the right to have their story heard without being judged. Our sexual assault lawyers aim to ensure everyone has a voice in court regardless of background.
We pride ourselves on telling our clients what they need to hear instead of what they want to hear. We provide cost-effective representation that’s responsive and, most importantly, honest. Our sex crime solicitors in Sydney will see your matter through until the end as your trusted advisers.
At James & Jaramillo, we understand that being charged with a sexual offence is a daunting experience. Our experienced sexual assault lawyers provide you with the best possible defence. We will work tirelessly to ensure you get the best outcome possible. Contact us today to book a free consultation.
When it comes to aggravated sexual assault, it is more serious than standard sexual assault. Any of the circumstances below can upgrade the charge to the elevated status of aggravated:
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, between 2010-11 and 2019-20, there was a total of 53,570 sexual assault offenders. Moreover, the average term of imprisonment was four and a half years.
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