Sexual Assault Defense Lawyer

Sexual Assault Crimes in Mason City, Des Moines, and Cedar Rapids

Sexual assault in Iowa is considered to have occurred when someone forces another to have some form of sex or sex related contact against the will of or without the consent of the other person.  There are many types of sexual assault crimes, some more serious than others depending on the degree of force used and the injuries sustained by the victim, as well as the age of the victim.  The penalties for sex crimes are harsh if convicted and can include prison sentences, lifetime parole, civil liability and even a life sentence for repeat offenders.  Iowa also requires convicted individuals to be placed on a sex abuse registry. If you have been charged with sexual assault, a criminal defense attorney can represent your case.

The following are some, but not all, of the types of sexual assault crimes:

• 1st Degree Sexual Assault - Any type of sexual assault that causes serious injury to the victim. It is a felony and is punishable by life imprisonment without the possibility of parole.

• 2nd Degree Sexual Assault - Any type of sexual assault that performed either while in the possession of a weapon being used in a threatening manner, if the victim is under the age of 12, or aiding another in committing a sexual assault through force on another. This charge is punishable by a mandatory prison sentence of 25 years.  If convicted of a second sexual assault offense, the sentence becomes life imprisonment.

• 3rd Degree Sexual Assault - Any type of sexual assault that does not involve violence, but when the victim is incapable of consent, such as someone with a mental defect or children related to the defendant.  This charge is also a felony and is punishable by 10 year prison term.

Defending your Sexual Assault Charges

If you have been charged with this serious crime, you will need the services of a skilled and experienced Cedar Rapids sexual assault defense attorney to mount a strong defense on your behalf.  The McGuire Law Firm has helped many clients with criminal charges throughout Iowa, including Mason City, Davenport, Des Moines, Sioux City and Cedar Rapids.  Our office will work hard to investigate all the evidence against you and pursue the best possible outcome for your situation.