Sexual Assault & Indecency Cases
Being charged with a sexual crime is a confronting and difficult situation, and a highly personal one. We understand this, and can offer robust representation and thorough, measured advice to those seeking counsel.
Such charges range widely, from sexual violation by rape to public indecency. Often they involve only one witness—who is generally also the complainant. They are also commonly brought as historic cases. While many are reluctant to speak to anyone about sexual matters, it is essential to seek proper and skilled legal representation right from the start. Having expert instruction from as early as possible in the proceedings is vital to the best outcome for a defendant.
Such charges range widely, from sexual violation by rape to public indecency. Often they involve only one witness—who is generally also the complainant. They are also commonly brought as historic cases. While many are reluctant to speak to anyone about sexual matters, it is essential to seek proper and skilled legal representation right from the start. Having expert instruction from as early as possible in the proceedings is vital to the best outcome for a defendant.
We have a great track record with defending sexual charges. We can offer specialist representation in sexual cases including the following:
- Sexual violation by rape
- Indecent assault
- Unlawful sexual connection
- Possession/distribution/making of objectionable material (for example, child pornography)
- Historic sexual offences
Recent Sexual Assault & Indecency Cases
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R v C | Auckland District Court 2025 Our client faced charges of rape, sexual violation and strangulation after one night stand out on the town in Auckland CBD. John successfully defended the client at a week-long jury trial, and the client was found not guilty on all charges. |
R v D | Tauranga Youth Court 2024 ·Our client was just 16 years old and charged with multiple counts of rape, sexual violation and indecent assault against three separate complainants. John successfully defended the client in the youth court in a judge-alone trial. The client was found not guilty on all charges. |
R v J | Kaikohe District Court 2025 A young man was charged with rape, indecent assault, and unlawful sexual connection from an interaction at an 18th birthday party. John successfully defended the client at a jury trial, and the client was found not guilty of all charges. |
