Experienced Sexual Assault Defense
The mere accusation of rape can ruin your reputation, and a conviction could mean prison and permanent branding as a sex offender. If you have been charged with sexual assault, I will to listen to your side of the story. And help you fight to clear your name.
My name is Michael Spano. I bring more than 17 years of experience in sex crime cases to the representation of clients in Syracuse and Central New York.
Before I practiced in criminal defense, I was a felony prosecutor for the Onondaga County District Attorney's Office. I have experience on both sides of sexual assault cases. I know how to the find the weaknesses in the evidence against you.
Challenge Your Rape Charges
The police and prosecutor aren't interested in your version of events. I will listen closely and then aggressively challenge the physical evidence, the alleged victim's account and testimony of witnesses.
I can help you fight sexual assault charges, including:
- Rape of the first degree — Forcible sexual assault
- Second degree rape — Victim incapable of consent because of mental incapacity
- Third degree rape — Date rape, statutory rape, or perpetrated by persons in positions of authority or care (school, hospital, nursing home or jail staff)
- Sexual acts involving a child or minor
- Other sexual misconduct or sexual contact
With your freedom and future is on the line, I will exploit any hole in the prosecution's case and explore your possible defenses. Was the sex consensual? Is the identification shaky? Is the victim's story credible? Does he or she have a motivation to bring false allegations? Is there DNA evidence, and if so does it prove anything?
Free Consultation – Proven Trial Lawyer
I make every effort to help you make these charges go away, but I prepare from day one to argue your innocence before a jury. To find out where you stand, call me at 315-350-3975 or 866-781-9603, or contact me online. I return calls and e-mails promptly.
