Richard P. Holmstrom

Sex Offenses

Duluth Sexual Abuse and Sex Offense Lawyer

Richard P. Holmstrom is a criminal defense attorney with over 35 years of experience. If you face a charge of sexual assault of any kind in Minnesota, or in federal courts anywhere in the United States, Mr. Holmstrom is your best defense.

Few charges can be more devastating than a charge of sexual assault. If you've been charged with sexual assault or sexual assault on a minor, you don't just want to avoid conviction. You want to clear your name. You want an experienced, competitive defense attorney to fight for your freedom and your reputation.

You want Richard P. Holmstrom, attorney at law. Contact him now for a free consultation.

Allegations of Sexual Assault: The Motive of the Accuser

The vast majority of sex offense allegations arise in the context of family or other close relationships. Often, they arise in the context of a failed marriage, either before or during a divorce proceeding.

It is not uncommon for a bitter parent or ex-spouse to concoct allegations of child sexual abuse to gain an advantage in a custody fight. With a little coaching, and some rewards, a child can be taught to "remember" something that never happened.

And the case may well go to trial, even without any corroborating evidence or witnesses, because in Minnesota, a mere allegation of a sex crime, with nothing more as proof, is enough to go to trial.

Fighting for the Truth

In this situation, Mr. Holmstrom must bring all of his experience and knowledge to bear in your defense. He has years of experience working with DNA testing and forensic medical science. And he has honed the skill of effective cross-examination.

Your Lawyer and the Jury: A Crucial Relationship

You have the right to a jury trial. Mr. Holmstrom has defended more than 135 cases through jury verdict. Few lawyers have that much experience. So much hinges on the relationship between the defense counsel and the jury. So much hinges on the final argument, when the defense lawyer has the opportunity to persuade the jury to view the case in a way favorable to the defendant.

That kind of skill only comes with experience. Mr. Holmstrom has over 35 years of that experience.

Contact Mr. Holmstrom for a free consultation.

Mr. Holmstrom accepts credit cards. Evening and weekend appointments are available.

Richard P. Holmstrom, attorney at law, represents clients throughout the state of Minnesota, particularly in the northern Minnesota cities of Duluth, Bemidji, Carlton, Cloquet, Grand Marais, Grand Rapids, Hibbing, International Falls, Pine City, Two Harbors, Virginia, Walker, as well as St. Louis County, Beltrami County, Carlton County, Cass County, Cook County, Itasca County, Koochiching County, Lake County and Pine County, and in federal courts throughout the United States.

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