Rape & Sodomy

Vigorous defense for your Utah sexual assault case

Criminal defense attorney Harold Stone helps you fight charges of rape, forcible sodomy and other forms of sexual assault. He understands the serious nature of these accusations, and works vigorously to get you an acquittal or dismissal.

Rape accusations are serious

While all sex crime charges are serious, rape is a felony and a conviction usually means prison time. Under certain circumstances, you can face a life sentence. In all circumstances, a conviction of rape means you must register as a sex offender for life. Let Harold Stone fight for your freedom from imprisonment and life-long stigma. Utah sex crime charges may include:

  • Rape
  • Forcible sodomy
  • Molestation
  • Sexual battery

The distinctions between these charges can be confusing, but they are also crucial to your defense. A rape conviction in Utah almost always results in at least five years of jail time. Lawyer Harold Stone is committed to keeping you out of prison and leaving your record as clean as possible.

You can challenge your accuser

Television and movies give the impression that rape is generally a random act in a dark alley involving two strangers. But in fact, people involved in rape cases often know each other — around 70 percent do, by some estimates. In these situations, the questions of intent and consent are central to fighting rape charges. Many accusations of rape are simply unfounded, driven by the use of alcohol or by the attempt to cover up an affair. The FBI released a report stating that rape charges were four times as likely to be unfounded as those for any other major crime. You can fight these charges with the aggressive representation of Ogden criminal lawyer Harold Stone.

Fight your rape charges

Do not let the court system take advantage of you. There are valid defense strategies for charges of rape. Call Harold Stone today at 1-801-913-7055, or contact the firm online to schedule your initial consultation.