Sex Crimes Lawyer for NY 10010 – Flatiron & Gramercy Park
An accusation of a sex crime is not just a legal problem—it's a crisis that can destroy your life, your career, and your reputation, often before you are ever convicted. If you have been arrested or are under investigation in the 10010 zip code, including the Flatiron and Gramercy Park neighborhoods, you are facing a specialized and aggressive prosecution.
The NYPD's 13th Precinct and the Manhattan District Attorney’s Sex Crimes Unit are already building their case. They have a single goal: to secure a conviction. You need a defense attorney who knows exactly how they operate.
A Former Sex Crimes Prosecutor Defending You
This is our single greatest advantage. Sarena Townsend, the founder of Townsend Law, is not just a former prosecutor; she is a former Deputy Bureau Chief from the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office who specialized in prosecuting sex crimes.
What does this mean for your case in the 10010 area?
· She Wrote Their Playbook: Ms. Townsend spent a decade handling these complex cases from the other side. She knows the prosecution's tactics, investigative strategies, and internal policies.
· She Trained Other Prosecutors: As a Deputy Bureau Chief, she was responsible for training incoming Assistant District Attorneys on how to build and prosecute sex crime cases. She knows how they think because she taught them.
· She Knows Their Weaknesses: Her experience building "airtight" cases for the DA is now your greatest weapon. She meticulously analyzes the investigation for every procedural error, coerced statement, mishandled "rape kit" (Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kit), and violation of your rights.
When the Manhattan DA’s office sees Sarena Townsend on the other side, they know they cannot rely on their usual tactics.
Defending Clients in Manhattan's 10010 Zip Code
We understand the unique environment of the Flatiron and Gramercy Park areas. Many sex crime allegations in this part of Manhattan are not clear-cut. They often arise from:
· Misunderstandings or "he said, she said" scenarios from nightlife
· Accusations following a date
· Domestic disputes
· False allegations from a co-worker or acquaintance
The Manhattan DA's office is known for its "victim-centered" approach, which often means they pursue a case with vigor even when the evidence is weak. We know how to counter this strategy by conducting our own thorough investigation, challenging the complainant's credibility, and presenting the evidence that the police and DA ignored.
Our Sex Crimes Defense Practice
Townsend Law provides a tenacious, trial-ready defense for all charges under New York Penal Law Article 130 and related offenses, including:
· Rape (First, Second, & Third Degree)
· Sexual Assault
· Criminal Sexual Act
· Aggravated Sexual Abuse
· Forcible Touching
· Sexual Misconduct
· Possession or Promotion of Child Pornography
· SORA (Sex Offender Registration Act) Violations
A conviction for any of these offenses carries the devastating and lifelong consequence of mandatory sex offender registration, in addition to lengthy prison sentences.
Your First Call Is Your Most Important One
If you have been contacted by the NYPD 13th Precinct or a detective from the Manhattan Special Victims Division, do not say anything. You have the right to an attorney.
Your only call should be to a defense lawyer who instills fear in the prosecution. You need an attorney who has been in their rooms, knows their strategies, and has a proven record of dismantling their cases.
Contact Townsend Law immediately for a confidential consultation to protect your future.