Former Plymouth solicitor found guilty of sexually assaulting clients
Alan Harris, 72 , was found guilty of five counts of indecent assault and five sexual assaults
Last updated 10th Dec 2025
A former Plymouth criminal defence solicitor has been found guilty of raping and sexually assaulting clients.
Alan Harris, 72, was convicted today (December 10) at Winchester Crown Court of 10 offences against seven victims – six male and one female.
Harris committed the offences between 1988 and 2015.
Harris, of Thorn Park, Plymouth, denied the charges but was found guilty of five counts of indecent assault and five sexual assaults.
He will be sentenced at Winchester Crown Court on 25 and 26 February 2026.
Senior Investigating Officer Chief Superintendent Roy Linden said: “We welcome the jury’s guilty verdicts at Winchester Crown Court today.
“Alan Harris has been convicted of despicable sexual offences against victims he targeted because of their vulnerability, thinking nobody would ever believe them.
“The victims in this case have shown enormous courage in reporting these offences, placing trust in the criminal justice process and in giving evidence in court. Our thoughts are with them today.
“Speaking directly to victims of sexual offences: We would encourage anyone who has been in this situation to come forward, and we will review each case on its own merits to determine if there is sufficient evidence to proceed.”
Support and help relating to sexual assault is available through services including, the National Rape Crisis Helpline : 0808 802 9999 or Devon Rape Crisis and Sexual Abuse Services: 01392 204 174.