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-- , Oklahoma City, OklahomaSexual Assault
Our experienced hard working sexual assault defense attorneys will fight for your rights in the court of law throughout the state of Oklahoma.
Sexual Assault is described as displaying sexual behavior or indecent nature toward another person. With this behavior must accompany one of these factors: an actual or implied violent injury or to instill fear, shame, or mental suffering.
The Criminal Defense Law Firm of Atkins & Markoff has experience handling Sexual Assault cases throughout Oklahoma City County. Contact us today to review your case!
Oklahoma Sexual Assault Charges
Sexual assault is a general term describing the display of sexual behavior or indecent actions towards another person, accompanied by an actual or implied violent injury or the intent to instill a feeling of fear, shame or mental suffering in the other person. If you are facing sexual assault charges in Oklahoma, enlisting the help of a qualified Oklahoma criminal defense attorney should be your first step in seeking legal help. At Atkins & Markoff, our criminal defense lawyers are familiar with Oklahoma laws and courtroom proceedings, and can significantly improve your chance of receiving a positive outcome in your case.
- Types of Sexual Assault in Oklahoma
- Rape
- Forcible sodomy
- Unwanted sexual contact that is aggravated, abusive or wrongful
- Attempts to commit these acts
Consent is defined as a verbal recognition of or overt acts indicating a freely given agreement to the sexual conduct at hand by a competent person. Lack of verbal or physical resistance, or submission resulting from the offender’s use of force or threat of force, does not constitute consent. Without the other person’s consent, these sexual acts may be charged as sexual assault in Oklahoma.
Penalties for Sexual Assault in Oklahoma
Sexual assault, or acting with the intent to commit sodomy, rape, or another wrongful sexual act against another person, is a serious offense and is punished accordingly in Oklahoma. In an attempt to combat sexual assault in Oklahoma, law enforcement and the government have established harsh penalties for sexual assault offenders. Legal punishment for sexual assault in Oklahoma varies depending on the circumstances of the case and any prior sexual assault convictions the offender may have. Sexual assault is typically considered a felony in Oklahoma, punishable by a term of at least several years in prison, significant fines, restitution, and possibly a lifetime sex offender registration.
An Oklahoma Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help
If you have been charged with sexual assault in Oklahoma, the penalties you face as a result can significantly alter the remainder of your life. With the help of a qualified Oklahoma criminal defense attorney, you may be able to have your charges reduced or even dropped. The Oklahoma criminal defense law firm of Atkins & Markoff has experience in handling sexual assault cases in Oklahoma. Contact us today to review your case.