An accusation of a sexual offense has enormous repercussions. Even if you are found not guilty, a sexual assault allegation sullies your reputation and the arrest stays on your record. A conviction carries prison time, a felony record, employment ramifications, and the future onus of registering as a sex offender wherever you go.
"I Can't Believe This Is Happening!"
The Law Office of Bruce J. Patryn asserts the rights of those who are blindsided by accusations of sexual assault whether by a dating partner or acquaintance, family member, or a spouse making allegations in the midst of a pending divorce or custody case. We aggressively defend citizens of Hampden and Hampshire counties accused of any criminal sexual offense:
· Rape / attempted rape
· Date rape
· Statutory rape
· Indecent assault and battery on a minor (under 14/over 14)
Effective, Experienced, Aggressive
Bruce Patryn is a former Hampden County prosecutor and experienced trial lawyer. He understands the traumatic impact of an arrest for sexual assault charges, and works diligently to avoid the most devastating consequences. After examining the prosecution's case, we file motions to suppress unreliable evidence or to dismiss charges for lack of sufficient grounds. Our firm has had substantial success in getting charges dropped, eliciting a favorable plea bargain, and convincing a jury of reasonable doubt at trial.
We aggressively challenge DNA evidence and other physical evidence, as well as the credibility of witnesses and the alleged victim. We examine the "first complaint" evidence (the first version of events as reported to a family member, friend, or police) for consistency with later allegations and testimony.
In divorce and child custody cases, a parent can be deprived of custody or allowed only supervised visitation if accused by the other parent of a sexual offense. We vigorously counter these tactics to protect our clients' freedom and access to their own children.
The Law Office of Bruce J. Patryn has also handled many charges of indecent assault or sexual harassment by juveniles against other juveniles, such as alleged sexual assault at school.