Sexual Offences
Our Approach to Sexual Offence Cases
Sexual offence allegations are among the most serious and sensitive cases in criminal law. An accusation alone can have devastating consequences — for your reputation, your family, and your career — before any charge is even brought.
At Lostock Legal, we handle these cases with the utmost discretion. We engage at the earliest stage of investigation, working to protect your position before police or prosecutors make decisions that are difficult to reverse.
Being investigated does not mean being guilty. Early, specialist advice is the single most important step you can take.
Our Approach to Sexual Offence Cases
Sexual offence allegations are among the most serious and sensitive cases in criminal law. An accusation alone can have devastating consequences — for your reputation, your family, and your career — before any charge is even brought.
At Lostock Legal, we handle these cases with the utmost discretion. We engage at the earliest stage of investigation, working to protect your position before police or prosecutors make decisions that are difficult to reverse.
Being investigated does not mean being guilty. Early, specialist advice is the single most important step you can take.
Areas We Advise On
Historic Sexual Abuse
Allegations relating to historic events present unique challenges — faded memories, unavailable witnesses, and the passage of time. We build defences that scrutinise the reliability of evidence and hold the prosecution to account.
Indecent Images
Charges relating to the possession, distribution, or making of indecent images are complex and technically demanding. We challenge forensic evidence, examine device access, and advise at the point of arrest.
Grooming
Grooming allegations often arise from online communications. We advise on the full range of offences under the Sexual Offences Act 2003, including s.15A sexual communication with a child and s.15 meeting following grooming.
Rape or Sexual Assault
These are the most serious sexual offences, carrying significant custodial sentences. Consent, credibility, and forensic evidence are central issues. We provide robust, evidence-led defence from the point of first contact with police.
Sex Offender Register Removal
After 15 years (or 8 years for under-18s), you may be eligible to apply for removal from the Sex Offenders Register. We advise on eligibility and make applications on your behalf to the Chief Constable.
Sexual Communication with a Child
An offence under s.15A of the Sexual Offences Act 2003, often arising from undercover police operations or third-party reports. We advise on intent, the nature of the communications, and available defences.
Voyeurism & Upskirting
Offences under the Voyeurism (Offences) Act 2019 and Sexual Offences Act 2003. Conviction can result in registration as a sex offender. We advise on intent, the circumstances of the allegation, and defence options.
Sexual Risk Orders
SROs can be applied for by police even where no conviction has been recorded. They impose significant behavioural restrictions. We advise on challenging these orders and on varying or discharging existing ones.
Sexual Offences Involving Children
These are among the most sensitively handled cases in criminal law. We provide specialist, discreet advice covering the full range of child sexual offences, from the point of arrest through to trial.