Nate Lara successfully defends client in Winchester Crown Court

1st July 2025

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3PB Barristers' (3 Paper Buildings) crime barrister Nate LaraNate LaraCall: 2024 has successfully secured an acquittal for his client in relation to a serious sexual offence.

SB was charged with a public sexual assault in a pub, where two eyewitnesses and a complaint witness gave evidence before a jury. Nate was able to undermine each of the witnesses and ensure that a solid defence of denial was put before the jury.

Following a three-day trial at Winchester Crown Court, the jury returned a majority not guilty verdict, and the defendant was awarded a costs order by the judge.

Nate was instructed by Kate Harrington of Penfold & McPherson.

To contact or instruct Nate, please email Chambers Director Stuart Pringle on [email protected], or telephone him on 01962 868884.