At EAS Legal, we recently represented a 35-year-old client before the Heidelberg Magistrates’ Court facing multiple serious charges of Sexual Assault involving a minor.
These allegations carried extremely significant consequences, including the very real prospect of a substantial term of imprisonment. The Prosecution strongly pressed for a custodial sentence.
From the outset, this was a complex and high-stakes matter.
Our Defence Strategy
Our office conducted a meticulous forensic review of the brief of evidence, with particular focus on the DNA material relied upon by the Prosecution.
During our analysis, we identified critical technical issues relating to the preparation and admissibility of the DNA evidence report. These deficiencies significantly impacted the strength of the prosecution case.
Through structured legal submissions and detailed negotiations, we:
As a result of these technical challenges, 4 out of the 5 charges were withdrawn prior to sentencing.
This fundamentally altered the sentencing landscape of the matter.
The Outcome
Despite the seriousness of the remaining charge — and the Prosecution’s submissions seeking imprisonment — the Court ultimately imposed:
Avoiding custody in matters of this seriousness, particularly where imprisonment was actively sought by the Prosecution, represents a significant result.
Why This Result Matters
Cases involving allegations of this nature are among the most serious dealt with by the courts. They require:
This outcome demonstrates how technical legal analysis and early intervention can materially change the trajectory of a serious criminal matter.
Facing Serious Criminal Charges?
If you are facing serious allegations before the courts, early and strategic legal representation is critical.
At EAS Legal, we specialise in complex and high-stakes criminal matters and appear regularly in the Heidelberg Magistrates’ Court and courts across Victoria.
