Sexual Offences
Quentin recognises that allegations of sexual offending are serious and distressing. He has seen the impact that such allegations can have on the reputation, relationships, and mental wellbeing of his clients and recognises this in his approach to clients. He believes that such cases demand not just legal expertise and tactical judgement but also discretion, and empathy.
As can be seen from the legal guides outlined below, Quentin has extensive experience in defending clients accused of a full range of sexual offences, including rape, sexual assault, offences involving children, and indecent image cases.
No two cases are ever the same — and neither is Quentin’s approach is always bespoke to the needs of his client and the case that he is handling. Some situations call for an aggressive and robust approach with forceful forensic cross-examination to expose false or inconsistent allegations. Others demand a more measured, respectful tone, particularly where vulnerable witnesses or complex emotional dynamics are involved.
Quentin tailors his advocacy to the needs of each individual case with a view to protecting the client’s interests and maximising their chances of success. Quentin is a great believer that the easiest way to win a case is not to have a case at all, and he is adept at making pre-charge representations in sexual offences cases in order to try to get matters dropped before they reach Court.
Quentin has developed a particular reputation for defending sexual offence allegations in the following circumstances:
- Domestic sexual allegations
- Workplace sexual allegations
- Date rape allegations
- Possession of indecent images
- Young defendants
Quentin is regularly instructed by those accused or their families seeking experienced, strategic counsel, especially in cases where legal aid representation has fallen short of expectations.
Quentin’s guides to sexual offences
If you, or someone close to you is facing an investigation or charge of a sexual nature, Quentin can offer clear advice, thorough preparation, and strategic representation — from the earliest stages of police involvement through to trial and beyond.
Quentin's track record in Sexual Offences
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no stage that is too early or too late to seek legal advice if you consider yourself to be in trouble. In fact, the earlier you get an experienced legal representative on board the more likely you are to avoid mistakes at the beginning of proceedings that can come back to haunt you later if the matter proceeds to litigation.
One of Quentin’s mottos is that ‘the best way to win a trial is not to have a trial at all’ and he is known for the drafting of effective pre-charge representations and the launching of powerful pre-trial legal arguments. His tactical and skilful drafting and presentation of arguments such as disclosure, abuse of process and dismissal applications can often defeat a prosecution case before it even gets to trial.
Quentin is also adept at accepting instructions at a late stage and is often approached to ‘rescue’ cases from ineffective publicly funded representatives.
Quentin is passionate about committing the necessary time and attention to detail to his cases and purposefully does not take on a huge client base. He is therefore does not accept instruction in Legal Aid or publicly funded cases.
If you have been accused of a criminal offence you have the right to seek justice by employing the best barrister to present your case. You can instruct leading criminal barrister Quentin Hunt to handle your criminal case directly – rather than having to go through a third-party solicitor. You can contact Quentin for a free, no obligation conversation about your case, he will talk you through the process personally.