Child Molestation Acquittal — Credibility Challenge

Key Details

Case Description

Our client was charged with two counts of child molestation based on allegations that he touched a young girl inappropriately in early 2017. The case was formally filed in September 2021, and our client was originally arrested at his workplace in February 2020. The allegations involved incidents that allegedly occurred several years before charges were filed.

Legal Strategy

Our defense focused on challenging the credibility and consistency of the alleged victim's story. We demonstrated through cross-examination and presentation of evidence that the allegations changed significantly over time. Our approach emphasized the inconsistencies in the timeline of events and the various versions of the story that had been told.

Challenges

The case involved allegations of abuse against a minor, which always presents significant challenges. The delay between the alleged incidents and the filing of charges created additional complexities. We had to carefully examine the evolution of the allegations and present this to the jury in a way that raised reasonable doubt.