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Bleile & Dawson Rape

Indiana Rape Defense Lawyers

Fighting for Your Future & Freedom

If you are being questioned by law enforcement or facing a formal charge of rape, you need serious and committed legal help. A conviction could be devastating to your life. At Bleile & Dawson, we have extensive experience with this scenario and, as a law firm singularly dedicated to sex crime defense, we know what to do.

We are always available. Contact a Dearborn County rape defense lawyer at (812) 747-9771 or reach out to us online.

Calling our firm should be your first order of business so that our seasoned legal team can immediately get to work on your behalf. We can protect your rights, speak for you, conduct an intensive investigation into the matter, and put our skills to work to see that you are fairly treated as we build your defense and fight for your future.

Rape Charges in Indiana

Under Indiana law, rape occurs when you knowingly or intentionally force another person to engage in sexual intercourse or some type of sexual conduct.

The charge of rape must involve one of the following:

  • Force or the threat of force
  • No awareness on the part of the victim that it occurred (such as when passed out from drugs or alcohol)
  • The victim is mentally disabled to such a degree that he or she cannot give consent

Rape is charged as a Level 3 felony, punishable by a minimum of three years in prison. It is charged as a Level 1 felony if the act involves the use of a deadly weapon, serious bodily injury to the victim, or the use of drugs. The Level 1 felony carries a prison term of 20 years.

Take Action with the Help of a Lawrenceburg Sex Crime Defense Lawyer

No matter how grim your case may appear to be, our legal team will not be deterred. We can thoroughly review all aspects of your case looking for the holes in the prosecution’s case. Our firm can challenge anything that is weak or compromised in the investigation, in the evidence, in police findings, and medical reports. As time-tested trial lawyers, we are also extremely skilled at cross-examining witnesses.

Because of our proven skills and case results, we highly recommend that you bring your case to Bleile & Dawson. Let us fight for you with the drive, ability, and commitment for which we are known.

Contact us at (812) 747-9771 for the aggressive legal representation you need in any pre-arrest or arrest involving rape.

Bleile & Dawson

Why Choose Bleile & Dawson?

  • We Offer Free Consultations
  • 50+ Years Combined Experience
  • Available 24/7 For Your Protection
  • Aggressive Defense On Your Side
  • We Service Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana
  • Exclusively Dedicated To Criminal Defense
  • Premier 100 - American academy of trial attorneys
  • National association of distinguished counsel nations top 1 perc
  • The national trial lawyers top 40 under 40
  • Super lawyers Ashley Witte Dawson
  • Avvo top contributor 2015 criminal defense
  • avvo clients choice 2015 criminal defense
  • avvo rating superb 9.8 top attorney criminal defense