Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

rape/sexual misconduct on a minor

if a minor claims che/he was raped or

fondled at 13/14 yrs old and is now 17

how must they prove to the courts it

really happened if there was no

evidence, testimonies. complaints filed,

etc.


Asked on 5/23/07, 6:58 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Dmitry Lev The Lev Law Firm

Re: rape/sexual misconduct on a minor

In a criminal matter, if the case goes to trial, matters must be proved to a jury or a judge beyond a reasonable doubt. This may involve different types of evidence, like victim or witness testimony, medical records, etc. It is the prosecutor's office that decides whether to pursue a case criminally and it is the defendant who decides whether s/he wants the case to go to trial or whether to resolve it by plea. Feel free to contact my office if you seek additional information.

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Answered on 5/27/07, 2:25 am
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

: rape/sexual misconduct on a minor

Any claim is treated very seriously by the police. What you have not said is if this matter is not in court, and if it is in district court or superior court.

Evidence includes what a person says happened. Evidence can require corroboration or other aspects which are too much for this note to answer.

If the person has been charged, I would hope that a competent attorney is representing him or her.

If you have questions, or need assistance contact me.

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Answered on 5/23/07, 7:48 pm


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