Sexual Offences
Top KC Led Public Direct Access Rape & Sexual Offence Defence Barristers – London & UK
We are top KC led direct public direct access rape & sexual offence barristers with vast defence experience and stunning successes.
While the sensitivities concerning offences of this confidential nature will always prevail and have paramount importance for us, we can freely say that both Kieran Vaughan KC and our Rising-Star Barrister Catherine Daly, we have extensive experience in dealing with the wide range of allegations of a sexual nature – including rape, indecent assault and the possession of indecent images.
These include:
- Rape and sexual assaults
- Historic sexual offence
- Sex offence register issues (notification requirements)
- Sexual offences against children
- Indecent images
- Indecent images of children
- Revenge pornography
Top KC Led Public Direct Access Rape & Sexual Offence Defence Barristers – London & UK
Best Public Direct Access Rape & Sexual Offence KC Led Barristers – London & UK
Our successful client representation encompassing (but is not restricted to):
- Accusations from a husband or wife or from other relatives
- Cases where willing partners regret their consent and pretend sex took place without consent
- Cases which involve historic sex charges, where allegations concern events decades earlier
- Grooming cases where a gang befriends younger persons and now it is claimed they are not friends but victims
- Cases where there may not have been sex at all but the hope for a pay-out has led to a fabricated case.
BEST DIRECT ACCESS SEX OFFENCE BARRISTER | KIERAN VAUGHAN KC | LONDON & UK
Kieran Vaughan KC
Kieran is widely recognised as one of the UK’s top criminal defence trial and appeal barristers. His experience in dealing with the most serious, complex profile national cases is almost unparalleled. Kieran has successfully defended individuals in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal in many high profile cases, and Areas of Law.
The Legal 500 describes Kieran as: “Possibly the best KC of our generation. He is an amazing lawyer with tactical nous and a wonderful court manner. His cross-examination is skilful and incisive, his legal arguments are well prepared and persuasive, and he is committed to the clients he represents. A brilliant all-rounder – not a hint of any weakness.”
Top Public Direct Access Rape & Sexual Assault Appeals | KC Led Barrister Defence – London & UK
Not only has we successfully appeared in these and other types of sexually related allegations against the defendant, but have had success in rape and sexual offence appeals where different barristers acted at the original trial. Our appeal results include both overturned convictions and sentences substantially reduced.
At a trial, cross-examining complainants is a special skill. Questions must be neither too soft nor inappropriately harsh. The battle is to persuade a jury to start with an open mind and end with an acquittal.
Catherine Daly – Expert Barrister
Catherine appears in the Crown Court, the Magistrates Court, the Court of Appeal, and in front of Parole Boards. She deals with both minor offences, like driving, and serious cases involving violence, sex offences and drugs, and has a string of stunning successes. She often represents clients with vulnerabilities and continues to receive outstanding client feedback.
One of many 5 star Google reviews: “Catherine Daly is an exceptional criminal defence barrister who exemplifies professionalism, expertise, and unwavering dedication. She demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to my case, ensuring every aspect was meticulously examined and skilfully represented. Her profound knowledge of the law, coupled with her strategic insight, led to a successful outcome beyond my expectations. Catherine navigates complex legal proceedings with precision and poise.”
Notable Cases | Top Rape and Sexual Offence KC Led Barristers | London & UK | Public Direct Access Scheme
Ched Evans – Professional Footballer
At the time of his original trial (at which he was not represented by us) Mr Evans was a professional footballer. Subsequent to his conviction, Kieran Vaughan KC led the case for Mr Evans in the Court of Appeal. Having heard legal argument over a number of days the Court quashed Mr Evans’ conviction.
Successfully defended PF who, along with three others, was accused of raping a fellow student at the Royal Agricultural University.
Following legal arguments relating to disclosure, the prosecution offered no evidence against all defendants on all counts. The case achieved significant national press coverage due to the fact that it was largely as a result of successfully obtaining the complainant’s mobile phone download that resulted in the case being dismissed. Read more.
Anonymous Case
Represented a retired senior public servant who was accused of possessing indecent images. Received a suspended sentence.
GS
GS was a retired businessman who was accused of a number of very serious sexual offences against children in what turned out to be a police sting operation mounted against him. GS pleaded guilty to the offences and received a suspended sentence of imprisonment.
PZ
Represented a professional who was found in possession of a large number of indecent images of children. The defendant pleaded guilty and received a suspended sentence.
R v CB
Catherine was chosen to represent a 19 year old charged with the rape of his long term girlfriend. The allegation was made when they were both 17 years old. The defendant sent a message which the prosecution relied on as a confession. It read ‘I’m sorry i kept going when you told me to stop. That was dumb of me’. After only 3 hours of deliberation, the jury acquitted unanimously.
R v BA
Catherine was instructed to represent a young man accused of rape after meeting someone on a night out. The defendant was caught on CCTV running home shortly after the time of the incident. The first jury could not make a decision. Catherine was instructed for the retrial and once again the jury could not reach a decision. Therefore, the prosecution offered no evidence and not guilty verdicts were recorded.
R v AE Snaresbrook
Catherine was chosen to act as Junior Counsel in the trial of a defendant accused of multiple historic sexual offences against a family member. The jury acquitted swiftly him after less than an hour of deliberations.
R v GS
Appeal against rape conviction – Catherine acted as Junior Counsel for a young man sentenced to 9 years for an alleged rape of girl under 16. The appeal was based on an erroneous character direction by the Trial Judge. The appeal was allowed and the applicant was released from custody immediately.
Contact Us Now | Public Direct Access Scheme | Best KC Led Sexual Assault & Rape Offence Defence Barristers for London & UK
If you or a loved one are seeking the best possible representation for rape or another sexual offence and are looking for one of the very best public direct access criminal barristers with an outstanding track record of defence together with a reputation for personal care.
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