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, PLLC, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"You Have Proven Yourself"Thanks once more for your ability to get it reduced and if I ever need legal assistance in the future, you have proven yourself to me.- A.W.
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"Best Case Scenario"If you’re looking for a firm who knows how to handle a DUI/DWI case, give Shyanne a call.- Satisfied Client
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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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"Complete Confidence"Little words cannot express the gratitude we have for you! From the very first day we walked into your office, we had complete confidence in you and your staff.- Jack & Jessi
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"Best defense lawyer in the middle Tennessee area"So I was charged with schedule 2 simple poss and paraphernalia. His excellence got it dropped to a simple paraphernalia charge with unsupervised probation! It was a mandatory 30 days in jail to basically nothing but fines. Well worth every penny. If you need a lawyer call this guy immediately. He'll do everything he can with a smile to give you the best results possible. Thank God for Rob Mckinney!!!- Daniel Himes
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"Truly Grateful"There are precious times in our lives when we are blessed with people who make a difference.- Nathan
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"I could not be more satisfied with the outcome McKinney Law produced."
I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you and your entire team. I could not be more satisfied with the outcome McKinney law produced, especially considering the circumstances. McKinney law helped me navigate and overcome difficulties that I am still astounded by. Even through these stressful times, you were there for me and my family. I will not hesitate to recommend or if ever needed have you represent me again. I will certainly let anyone I know, that you and your team are the best hands down! Thanks again, Rob! Your assistance and representation were completely amazing!
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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
