If you have been accused of rape, it is likely that you will be arrested and questioned at a police station. If this happens to you, it's essential to seek specialist legal advice from experienced rape solicitors as quickly as possible, before you are questioned.Your solicitor will be able to meet with you privately and ensure that you know your rights. With the benefit of their accurate and expert advice, you can make informed choices about what to do next. Your solicitor can be with you whilst you are questioned. It is extremely important that the contents of your police interview reflect your position. A failure to mention something which was reasonable to have mentioned in during your police interview could result in the Court drawing an adverse inference at your trial. Similarly, saying too much could result in the admission of other offences.The legal advice and representation given at the police station is always free of charge.

Defending allegations of rape can be very complex and every case is different, with its own set of circumstances. In addition to establishing whether the act took place, the issue of consent is pivotal for determining a verdict in the case.In order to prove rape, the prosecution must prove to a jury beyond reasonable doubt:That you have intentionally penetrated with your penis the vagina, mouth or anus of the complainant; AND That at the time of the penetration the complainant did not consent to it; AND That at the time of the penetration you did not reasonably believe that the complainant consented to the penetration. The age of the complainant is also relevant. There is a further test if the complainant is between the ages of 13 years and 16 years old. If the complainant is under 13 years then the challenges to present a defence can be substantial.The test for rape can be difficult to understand and applied. Similarly, a number of enquires need to be made as soon as possible to secure your defence. This can include data on your phone, such as text messages and phone calls and entries on social media. We have strong connections with some of the best digital analysts in the country and can help ensure that such data is accurately secured and then presented to the court.Our team of specialist solicitors can help you to contest a false rape allegation and provide you with the expert advice and support you need at every stage of the legal process.