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Can False Allegations of Sexual Assault Be Challenged in Court?

by Kristie Whitten | May 5, 2025 | Criminal Defense, Sexual Assault

Can False Allegations of Sexual Assault Be Challenged in Court? Wrongful accusations heavily impact the person involved—an arrest, confusing legal proceedings, and even the lingering stigma that clings to personal and professional relations. Sexual assault laws...

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