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SEXUAL CRIMINAL LAW

Sexual offense law is among the most sensitive areas of criminal law.

 

Even the mere accusation of such a crime can have far-reaching personal, professional, and social consequences for the individual concerned. Investigations in this area are regularly conducted with great intensity and are frequently the focus of public attention.

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For the accused, this often means an exceptionally stressful situation. Therefore, early, objective, and consistent legal representation is all the more important.

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Attorney Botor represents clients in all areas of sexual offense law and accompanies them from the beginning of an investigation to the main trial. The goal of the defense is always to consistently protect the rights of the accused and to develop the best possible defense strategy based on the specific facts of the case file.

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Early Legal Advice During the Investigation

Especially in sexual offense cases, the decisive course is often set in the early stages of an investigation. Many cases begin with a report, a statement from an alleged victim, or the seizure of digital communication devices.


Attorney Botor represents clients in all areas of sexual offense law and accompanies them from the beginning of an investigation. During this phase, summonses to the police station or search warrants are common. Accused individuals are then under considerable pressure and often feel compelled to make a statement immediately.

From a defense attorney's perspective, however, a central principle applies:


No statements should be made to the police or investigating authorities without prior legal counsel. Only after reviewing the investigation file can it be assessed what evidence actually exists and what defense strategy is advisable.

Typical Charges in Sexual Offenses

Sexual offenses encompass a wide variety of different offenses. Attorney Botor defends clients in cases involving allegations of, among other things:

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  • sexual coercion

  • rape

  • sexual assault

  • sexual abuse of children or adolescents

  • possession or distribution of child pornography

  • exhibitionist acts

  • sexual harassment

  • allegations related to digital communication tools or social networks
     

Especially in the age of digital communication, chat histories, messenger messages, and image files are playing an increasingly central role in investigations.
 

He said, she said – special requirements for the evaluation of evidence

A significant portion of sexual offense cases are characterized by the fact that only two conflicting accounts exist. Often, there is no direct objective evidence, so the decision depends largely on the evaluation of the statements made by those involved. In such so-called he said, she said, she said, and he said, the careful analysis of the investigation file is of particular importance. As part of the defense, the following are examined, among other things:
 

  • the credibility of the statements

  • possible contradictions within the statements

  • changes in the presentation of the facts

  • possible motives for incriminating evidence

  • objective evidence such as message histories or technical data
     

The procedural requirements for a conviction are high. If there is doubt about the defendant's guilt, the principle "in dubio pro reo" (presumption of innocence) applies.
 

Discretion and professional defense

Allegations in sexual offense cases are often associated with considerable social pressure. Accused individuals frequently face prejudgment in their personal lives or professional repercussions. Defense in such proceedings therefore requires not only legal precision but also a high degree of discretion and a strategic approach.

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Attorney Botor pursues an individually developed defense strategy in every case. Depending on the circumstances, the goal of the defense may include:

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  • achieving a dismissal of the investigation

  • avoiding a public trial

  • having unlawful investigative measures reviewed

  • critically examining the evidence

  • conducting an effective defense in court

  • Criminal Defense in Sexual Offenses
     

If you are under investigation for a sexual offense or have received a summons from the police, you should seek legal advice as soon as possible. Early legal representation can be crucial in significantly influencing the further course of the proceedings.
 

Attorney Botor advises and defends clients in sexual offense cases with the necessary experience, discretion, and determination.

 

 

 

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