Date Rape Defense

Riverside Date Rape Defense Lawyer

It can be alarming, infuriating and even embarrassing to learn that you are being charged with rape, especially when your recollection of the alleged incident was a date you felt went really well. Even if you feel it is a misunderstanding among friends or dating partners and believe that it can be worked out, it is important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney to discuss your rights and to keep the incident from ruining your future.

Daniel L. Greenberg, P.L.C., offers experienced, compassionate and approachable representation to clients facing serious sex offense charges in Riverside, Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Orange Counties.

Date Rape ∙ Acquaintance Rape

California law does not differentiate between date rape (also commonly known as acquaintance rape) and rape/sexual assault. Historically, rape was perceived as date rape when so called date-rape-drugs were used to lower the inhibitions of the alleged victim, such as GHB or "Special K." However, today, date rape is often used to describe any form of un-consensual intercourse between friends, dating partners or other acquaintances.

Experienced, Straightforward Date Rape Defense

When you are facing charges in connection with date rape allegations, you need a veteran criminal defense attorney with the experience and knowledge to aggressively combat the charges. As a criminal defense attorney for more than 30 years, I know what you are up against when you have been charged with rape or sexual assault. As a former prosecutor, I also can anticipate the strategies the prosecution will use against you to obtain a conviction.

While other people may be pointing fingers, I listen to your side of the story. Frequently, alleged date rape cases involve alcohol or drugs that cloud memories. I attempt to learn more about the events leading up to the alleged incident by speaking with others who may have been present at a social gathering, bartenders who may have served you or other individuals who may have valuable insight. I work hard to develop the strongest date rape defense case possible in order to get the charges reduced or dropped, or to get the potential consequences reduced.

If you are facing rape charges in Southern California, contact Daniel L. Greenberg, P.L.C., and schedule a free initial consultation to talk with an experienced attorney who will treat you with respect and dignity.