When you’ve been accused of a sex crime, it’s important to arm yourself with as much knowledge as you can before your upcoming day in court. Not everyone that’s accused is guilty and you should take an active role in helping your attorney prove your innocence.

There are many reasons why someone would file false sex crime accusations. It’s important to recognize any possible motives as to why someone would file false charges against you. There could be any number of reasons. To help, these are some commonly seen reasons for accusing the innocent of a sex crime.

Someone may bring false charges to cover up consensual sex that may be damaging to a current romantic relationship.

• False charges may be brought to seek revenge against the accused.
• Bogus charges may be brought up during a divorce or custody case to favor one parent.
• Children can be influenced to say or remember incorrect details that didn’t occur and stir up false accusations.
• Fabricated charges may stem from family pressure or embarrassment after a consensual act has occurred.

Becoming aware of or pointing out any motivating reasons behind false accusations can greatly help your attorney build a better defense against your accuser. As soon as you’re accused, it’s a good idea to sit down and write any and all details surrounding the event in question and your relationship with the accuser.

When you’re accused of a sex crime, it’s important to make sure that your side of the story is heard. Immediately let your attorney know of any reasons why you think someone would file false charges against you. Any information regarding your case, the event in question, or possible motives of the accuser could be beneficial in building your defense.