Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson Gets Rape 1st Degree Case DISMISSED

Written By: Matthew W. Peterson

Published: 02/01/2019

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Successful Dismissal of Rape 1st Degree Charges

On February 1, 2019, the Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson successfully achieved the dismissal of Rape 1st degree charges against a client who faced the possibility of life imprisonment. The dismissal was based on the Court’s determination that it lacked jurisdiction over the case.

Jurisdictional Issues

The incident in question occurred in 1989 when our client was just 17 years old, which placed him under the exclusive jurisdiction of juvenile court. Due to a legislative gap at that time, he was not subject to prosecution in either juvenile or adult criminal courts.

Key Evidence and Victim Testimony

Although DNA evidence linked our client to the crime involving a three-year-old victim, the victim had identified another individual as the perpetrator. Additionally, police reports raised doubts about the victim’s recollection of the event, suggesting that any knowledge might have been influenced by family discussions rather than personal memory.

Court's Decision

The Court concurred with our legal arguments and dismissed the Rape 1st degree charges due to jurisdictional issues. We extend our best wishes to our client for his future endeavors.

Contact Us

Located in Boston, Massachusetts, the Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson provides comprehensive criminal defense services across all Massachusetts courts. If you require assistance from a dedicated criminal defense attorney in Boston MA, please reach out at (617) 295-7500.

Disclaimer: Results vary by case; past outcomes do not guarantee future results. Consult a qualified Boston criminal defense attorney for advice tailored to your specific situation.

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