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COVID-19: Court Closures & Legal Info in Houston, TX

COVID-19 has impacted the lives of many in and around Houston as well as people around the world. As the situation continues to evolve, The Law Offices of Ned Barnett wants to…

Accused of Sexual Assault in the Workplace?

Workplace sex offense cases are complicated. Sometimes your accuser is most concerned with an internal investigation and seeing you fired. Other circumstances, such as if a coworker accuses you of rape, will lead to a law enforcement investigation. Whether…

Know the Law: What’s The Age of Consent in Texas?

Every state, including Texas, has an age when an individual can legally consent to sex. Before this, a minor cannot lawfully consent to sexual intercourse or other actions.

This can put adolescents and young adults at odds with the…

Are You a “High Risk” Sex Offender?

Under Texas sex offender registration law, if you are labeled as a sex offender or released after January 1, 2000, you will be evaluated and assigned a risk level. The Risk Assessment Review…

Indecent Exposure and Public Lewdness: Know the Difference

The Texas Penal Code prohibits sexual conduct that is damaging to the well-being of society. This includes indecent exposure and public lewdness.

As the name implies, indecent exposure involves exposing…