Hawaii Sexual Assault

The words sexual assault and rape are often used interchangeably and believed to possess the same meaning. This logic is not false, but not entirely true. Rape is categorized as sexual assault, but there are many other circumstances that are categorized as sexual assault as well. There is also another common bond between sexual assault and rape cases; they both require the guidance from a Hawaii sexual assault attorney. Sexual assault attorneys of Harrison & Matsuoka in Honolulu discuss the differences between sexual assault and rape, as well as how to develop a sexual assault defense.

Hawaii Sexual Assault Law

Sexual assault is a term used for all instances of unwelcome sexual advances and activity. For example, rape is generally a term used to describe a situation in which the offender does not know the victim and both are of an age over consent. If the victim were under the age of consent the crime would then be considered child molestation or sexual abuse to a child; rape and sexual abuse of a child are both considered Hawaii sexual assault. The term sexual assault encompasses many different occurrences other than rape, these events include:

• Child sexual abuse

• Sexual harassment

• Child molestation

• Acquaintance rape

• Incest

• Unwanted touching or grouping, but no sexual penetration

Sexual assault includes pretty much all types of unwanted sexual activity. When Hawaii sexual assault laws, including rape laws, are broken a rape defense lawyer should be contacted. A Hawaii sex crime lawyer will immediately begin to develop a strong sexual assault defense after being contacted.

Sexual Assault Defense

In order to develop a strong sexual assault defense the state of affairs will need to be thoroughly investigated. The Hawaii sexual assault attorney managing your defense will continue to evaluate the situation until he/she fully understands the events in question. After the investigation a Hawaii sexual assault attorney will develop the defense and use the evidence and testimonies to support the argument.

Hawaii Sex Crime Lawyers

People frequently believe Hawaii sexual assault and rape are the exactly the same, but sexual assault includes all unwanted or forcible sexual contact. Criminal acts such as child molestation are also considered sexual assault and punishable by harsh sentences; therefore, sexual assault require immediate legal attention. The most common mistake rape and sexual assault offenders make is not contacting an attorney immediately after arrest. Harrison & Matsuoka have developed many strong and effective sexual assault defenses for past clients and can build one for you. Contact our Hawaii sexual assault law as soon as possible after your arrest; protecting your future is our main priority.

Call Harrison & Matsuoka in Honolulu at 808-523-7041, or submit our contact form for a prompt response.