How to Defend Yourself Against False Accusations
False accusations made by someone else can significantly impact every facet of a person’s life. These types of accusations are especially common in child custody and divorce proceedings – especially where one spouse harbors a grudge against the other or wishes to obtain sole custody of the minor children.
False accusation charges may also involve workplace sexual harassment, assault, or domestic violence charges.
In some instances, individuals are unsure about how to defend themselves when false accusations are lodged against them. At Cohen Law Offices, we can determine all of your legal options and defend you against false accusations. We can also help you clear your name and work to lessen the impact the accusations have on your overall life and well-being.
To find out more about how we could help defend you against your pending criminal charge, please call Cohen Law Offices today at (715) 514-5051 or contact us online.
Steps to Take When a Person Makes False Accusations Against You
If a person makes false accusations against you, the first thing you should do is stay calm. Individuals naturally want to try and defend themselves by fighting back. However, acting rashly will not make your problems go away and could even hurt your case.
As soon as possible after you discover the accusations, you should retain an experienced criminal defense lawyer to assist you. In addition to advising you about your legal options, a lawyer can provide you with the best opportunity to effectively clear your name and navigate through the criminal process.
Moreover, your lawyer could help you gather evidence against the individual who lodged the false accusations against you. Your lawyer could use this evidence in the courtroom to show that you are innocent of the accusations. It is also a good idea to keep a journal of everything that occurred and keep records of all phone calls, text messages, and emails from your accuser.
In addition, you may be able to challenge the credibility of the individual who made the accusations. In many instances, false accusations arise in divorce and child custody proceedings because the accusing spouse has a motive – including obtaining sole custody of the minor children. You may also be able to expose a spouse’s history of lies or other facts that might make the accuser appear questionable or unreliable in the eyes of a judge or jury.
Next, you may be able to find your own witnesses who observed your interactions with the accuser. At a criminal court trial, these witnesses could testify on the witness stand in support of your version of events.
A lawyer could also help you develop a defense strategy and assert the proper defenses on your behalf in court. This is especially true if you are facing sexual assault accusations.
Finally, in some instances, you may be able to turn the charges around if you can demonstrate that the accuser filed a false police report or made false statements to a police officer. You could also recover compensation for false accusations that someone made against you.
Talk to a Knowledgeable Criminal Defense Attorney Today
If a spouse, co-worker, or some other individual made false accusations against you, it is important that you seek legal help right away. A lawyer can help you make informed decisions in your case, represent you at all in-court proceedings, and zealously advocate for your legal interests at all times.
For a free case evaluation and consultation with a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney, please call Cohen Law Offices today at (715) 514-5051 or contact us online to find out more.
