Nashville Sexual Assault Lawyer
Challenging Rape Allegations & Charges
Sexual assault can take the form of sexual abuse or rape. At May McKinney, our sexual assault lawyers in Nashville diligently defend the rights of people accused of sexual assault crimes. A detailed investigation is mandatory in such cases, complete with expert consultation and testimony. Our Nashville sexual assault defense attorneys work with a network of professionals who can provide their expertise to your sexual assault case to help prove your innocence.
In a desperate effort to prove their case, police officers can overstep their bounds in interrogating you. Other methods are used that are flagrant violations of your rights. That is where we come in — to defend your rights and ensure that the facts come out in a fair trial.
Our sexual assault lawyers represent clients in Nashville, Mount Juliet, Brentwood, Franklin, and the surrounding areas.
To discuss sexual assault or rape charges, call our Nashville sexual assault defense lawyers at (615) 265-6383 or contact us online
What are the Penalties for Rape & Sexual Assault in Tennessee?
The penalties for rape or sexual assault are severe and alter your life forever. Sexual assault is considered a felony in Tennessee, depending on the type you could face the following penalties:
- Class A Felony: Between 15 and 60 years in prison & up to $50,000 in fines
- Including: aggravated rape, rape of a child
- Class B Felony: Between 8 and 30 years in prison & up to $25,000 in fines
- Including: rape, aggravated sexual battery
- Class C Felony: Between 3 and 15 years in prison & up to $10,000 in fines
- Including: statutory rape, sexual battery by an authority
- Class D Felony: Between 2 and 12 years in prison & up to $5,000 in fines
- Including: aggravated statutory rape
- Class E Felony: Between 1 and 6 years in prison & up to $3,000 in fines
- Including: sexual battery, statutory rape
Our Clients Say It Best
Read Our Client Testimonials
At May McKinney, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"Made a Horrible Situation Bearable"
Shyanne immediately knew what to do and handled my case with professionalism and expertise. She made a horrible situation bearable and stayed with me throughout the process.
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"An Answered Prayer"You were an answered prayer and restored my faith. The negatives and hardships I went through along the way have made me a stronger and wiser woman.- Laura
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"Forever Grateful"My family will always be grateful to you.- Satisfied Client
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"Incredibly helpful"This was my first experience ever being accused of a crime and I was very nervous and scared. Rob and his staff were incredibly helpful, answering all of my questions and putting my mind at ease throughout the process. In the end, we were able to get everything dismissed successfully. Although in the grand scheme, my case was a relatively minor one, Rob always was there to help and it was clear that his knowledge and experience would be hard to find anywhere else. I would absolutely recommend Rob and his team to anyone looking for a defense attorney.- SA
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"Look no further, Rob McKinney is the defense attorney you need."As a LEO wife, I was served with a frivolous OP from an estranged step family member. With the possibility of my husband not being able to process any firearms in our household, Mr McKinney's understanding the severity of the situation, Rob took the time to investigate and prepare for the hearing. With that said, Rob absolutely destroyed the petitioner and witnesses on the stand. It was worth the time, money and stress to see Rob in action. If the need ever arises in the future, Rob will always be our first call. You cannot go wrong putting your trust in Mr. McKinney.- Tara
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"Forever Grateful"Thank you for helping me to not only resolve a recent legal matter, but also pointing me in the direction of freedom from a past criminal record. I am clean and free, and I have a clear record for the first time in 12 years.- Rachel
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"The Only Choice for the Best Results"The case came during my senior year of college. It was the scariest moment of my entire life. I felt my career was over before it even started. I chose McKinney Law Firm because they are the Best of the Best. To have a prepared and knowledgeable defense, in a room where you feel guilty until proven innocent, is invaluable. Roger T. May's no non-sense approach was deliberate and strategic. The results of the case were better than I could have ever imagined. After the case was over, I went on to land a lucrative job, travel the world, and have had a very successful career. I truly believe McKinney Law Firm gave me a second chance at life. I am forever grateful for the team's care, urgency, persistence, and professionalism during a very difficult time. "Because I knew you, I have been changed for good." Thank you.- -Satisfied Client
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"You Made a Difficult Situation Endurable"
Thank you so very much for all you have done and are still doing. Thank you for being such a great attorney in our time of need. You made a difficult situation endurable.
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