Sexual Assault
lawyers in arizona (ARS §13-1406)
Being accused of sexual assault under Arizona law is one of the most serious situations a person can face. A single allegation can threaten your freedom, your reputation, and your future in an instant. At Arizona Sex Crime Lawyers, we understand what is at stake, and we are here to defend you with clarity, discretion, and a relentless commitment to your rights.
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What Is Sexual Assault Under A.R.S. §13-1406?
A.R.S. §13-1406 defines sexual assault as intentionally or knowingly engaging in sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with another person without that person’s consent. Arizona law treats lack of consent broadly, which is why these cases often turn on conflicting accounts of what happened.
Because the statute reaches a wide range of situations, charges can follow quickly, sometimes long before the full story is understood.
Why These Charges Are So Serious
Sexual assault is charged as a class 2 felony, one of the most severe classifications in Arizona. A conviction can carry:
- Lengthy mandatory prison time, often served without early release
- Lifetime sex offender registration
- Consecutive sentences when more than one count is alleged
- Harsher mandatory penalties when the alleged victim is a minor, under Arizona’s Dangerous Crimes Against Children laws
- Lasting damage to employment, housing, and personal relationships
Even an accusation, without a conviction, can upend your life. That is why an early, strategic defense matters so much.
Common Situations That Lead to A.R.S. §13-1406 Charges
Many of our clients are accused after encounters where consent is disputed, where alcohol was involved, or where a relationship later broke down. Misunderstandings, false accusations, and unreliable memories all play a role in how these charges arise. None of these situations tells the whole story, and an accusation is not proof.
How Arizona Sex Crime Lawyers Can Help
At Arizona Sex Crime Lawyers, we focus our practice on defending people accused of sex offenses. We examine how the allegation arose, scrutinize the evidence and any interviews, protect your constitutional rights, and look for every avenue to challenge or reduce the charge. You do not have to face this alone, and the sooner we are involved, the more we may be able to do.
