The Law Office of Anna P. Sammons does not condone sexual violence. But we offer every client, no matter their past or what they are accused of, unflagging support. We know how much is at stake– sentences frequently include Measure 11 mandatory prison sentences or even life imprisonment. Virtually all sex offenses require the convicted offender to register as a sex offender.

Have you been accused of indecent exposure, sexual misconduct, sexual abuse, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, rape, date rape, sexual penetration, sodomy, or similar offense? Whatever the nature of the charges you are facing, Anna P. Sammons is committed to fighting for due process, fundamental fairness, and basic compassion.

Sex crime defense is an area where experience pays off. Defending such cases requires a thorough knowledge of federal and state constitutional law, an understanding of the relevant science, and a familiarity with the evidentiary issues that recur in almost every case. Negotiating against that backdrop is an art and a science that takes years to learn. Emotions run high. Prosecutors sometimes refuse to plea bargain, and clients are often reluctant to accept even the most favorable offers due to the huge stigma involved. Anna P. Sammons knows how to patiently maneuver such cases toward resolution.

You deserve an experienced attorney who will pursue your cause with complete commitment. Contact the Law Office of Anna P. Sammons today.

Measure 11 is an Oregon law that requires judges to impose harsh mandatory minimums, even for first offenders, who have been convicted of certain felonies.  The list of Oregon “Measure 11” crimes includes most sex offenses as well as the following violent crimes.

• Arson I (Arson 1 / Arson in the First Degree) – ORS 164.325
• Assault I (Assault 1 / Assault in the First Degree) – ORS 163.185
• Assault II (Assault 2 / Assault in the Second Degree) – ORS 163.175
• Attempted Murder – ORS 163.115 and see ORS 161.405
• Attempted Aggravated Murder – ORS 163.095 and see ORS 161.40
• Kidnapping I (Kidnapping 1 / Kidnapping in the First Degree) – ORS 163.235
• Kidnapping II (Kidnapping 2 / Kidnapping in the Second Degree) – ORS 163.225
• Manslaughter I (Manslaughter 1 / Manslaughter in the First Degree) – ORS 163.118
• Manslaughter II (Manslaughter 2 / Manslaughter in the Second Degree) – ORS 163.125
• Murder – ORS 163.115
• Robbery I (Robbery 1 / Robbery in the First Degree) – ORS 164.415
• Robbery II (Robbery 2 / Robbery in the Second Degree) – ORS 164.405

Anna P. Sammons maintains a small Measure 11 case-load (typically just 2 to 3 cases at a time) to ensure that she is able to provide each client with the quality of representation that they deserve. If she is not able to take your case, she will make sure to follow through with referrals to the best possible attorney for your situation.

My son is not a criminal, he is mentally ill. Why is the state prosecuting him?

Tragically, your situation is not unusual. Far too many people with cognitive disabilities and mental illnesses are in jail or prison, even though they don’t belong there. You can read how America’s criminal justice system became the country’s mental health system here.

If you or your family member has been charged with a crime and has a developmental disability, traumatic brain injury, or mental illness such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, Eugene, Oregon attorney Anna P. Sammons is the optimal defense lawyer for your situation. She started her career as a case manager, then worked as a mental health counselor before choosing to attend the University of Chicago Law School because of its renowned Mental Health Law Project, where she worked all through school. She subsequently represented countless individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illnesses during her years as a public defender at two different offices specializing in holistic, client-centered representation. During her time at the Lane County Public Defender’s Office, she worked closely with attorneys on the mental health team, learning the ins and outs of the local system.

Anna Sammons regularly collaborates with with social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and forensic experts, encourages clients into treatment to improve their bargaining position, and makes winning mitigation arguments to obtain favorable resolutions.

Are you a non-citizen facing criminal charges? The stakes are much higher for you, as there could be dire immigration consequences even if your case gets dismissed.

Attorney Anna Sammons has over a decade of experience navigating the intersection of  criminal and immigration law, hammering out immigration-safe pleas and handling post conviction relief claims in partnership with the Immigrant Defense Project. Many of her former clients have had their charges dismissed or reduced and ended up as naturalized citizens.

In all cases involving non-citizens, Ms. Sammons consults very early on with immigration counsel (typically Hecht and Normam, LLP) and works closely with them to minimize the adverse criminal and immigration consequences for the client.

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Client Cases

• Client was convicted of multiple offenses and sentenced to life in prison.
  Successfully obtained post-conviction vacatur of all convictions, client ultimately released.
• Client was charged with DUI that resulted in serious injuries and made a full confession. Working with accident reconstruction experts and an expert on false confessions, Anna Sammons was able to get the case dismissed.
• Client was falsely accused of first-degree rape and potentially faced years in prison. By effectively cross-examining his accuser at a college disciplinary proceeding, Anna Sammons was able to prove his innocence.
• Client was unjustly convicted of kidnapping her own children. Her prior attorney had misinformed her about the consequences of the plea deal, however, and she found herself in deportation proceedings. Conviction vacated on constitutional grounds, client now a US citizen and family has been reunited.
• Client was accused of sodomizing an eight year old child. The same child had falsely accused another man of sexual abuse, however, and that man was prepared to testify. The trial court did not permit it, the client was convicted, and Anna Sammons got the case reversed. Read the article in the NY daily record.