Frequently Asked Questions of the Falsely Accused
The legal ramifications of being falsely accused of child molestation or abuse are high. It is important to have information about the legal process and the consequences of a potential conviction. At the Clancy Litigation Group, in the San Francisco Bay Area, we have over thirty years of experience protecting the falsely accused. We understand the questions you have, and we understand what it takes to build the best possible defense.
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The following FAQ contains a representative sample of the types of questions typical to sexual abuse and domestic violence cases. Click on the appropriate link to get more information about your case and what we can do to help you prepare for the challenges ahead.
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The Beginning
Becoming Educated
- What should I know first about protecting myself? (Video Transcript)
- Will there be more than one court involved with my case? (Video Transcript)
- What are my constitutional rights? (Video Transcript)
- How can I protect myself? (Video Transcript)
- What do I do if accused? (Video Transcript)
- What should I NOT do if accused? (Video Transcript)
- How do I select an attorney? (Video Transcript)
What Should I Do?
The Law
Special Types of Cases
- What is Parental Alienation Syndrome? (Video Transcript)
- What is Shaken Baby Syndrome? (Video Transcript)
- What is Munchausen's by Proxy Syndrome? (Video Transcript)
- What is the law on Domestic Violence? (Video Transcript)
- What is an internet sting?
- In an internet sting case, how do you show a jury how the Internet works?
- What is the law on Rape?
- What does an actual trial look like that uses a suggestibility defense?
- What if my child has a broken bone or head injury?
The Science
- What is Junk Science and why does the prosecution rely on it? (Video Transcript)
- What does an actual trial look like that uses a suggestibility defense?
- Is there research supporting that an entire memory of molestation can be implanted? (Video Transcript)
- What is the history of sexual examinations in molestation cases? (Video Transcript)
- What is the science in sexual examinations?
- What do medical doctors have to say about sexual examinations?
- What do medical doctors have to say about the physical findings in
sexual assault examinations? (Video Transcript)
The Different Types of Trial Courts
- Will there be more than one court involved with my case?
- What if my child is accused of a sex crime? (Video Transcript)
- What can I do if I'm accused during a Family Law case? (Video Transcript)
- What happens if CPS takes my child?
The Appeals Court
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Although other lawyers may claim to focus on sex crimes, we have been achieving results for the falsely accused for over thirty years. We understand that you have questions, and we have answers. Offering our experience, preparation, and strategy, we will make sure your case is ready for trial. Contact us today for more information.
