Criminal Defense

How to Act When Out on Bail for a Sex Crime

Published: Nov 27, 2020 in Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

If you were arrested for a Houston sex crime and later released on bail, be very careful about what you do. A mistake can result in your bail getting revoked. This means dealing with your charges from behind bars and seriously damaging your case. Defending against sex crime accusations is crucial, but you also need to think about securing your release from custody and how to act while out on bail. If you need assistance posting bail after you or a loved one was charged with a Houston- area sex…

Can Sexual Harassment Be a Crime?

Published: Nov 12, 2020 in Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

Everyone knows that sexual harassment is wrong. But at what point does it become a crime? The answer depends on state law. In Texas, sexual harassment may be charged as harassment, assault, or in serious cases – sexual assault. These charges carry heavy fines, possible imprisonment, and lifelong damage to your reputation. A judge might also issue a restraining order against you, even before you’ve been convicted of any wrongdoing. If you’re worried that sexual harassment allegations are about to turn criminal, you need help from an experienced Houston sex…

Does Houston’s Cite-And-Release Program Do Enough to Reduce Arrests?

Published: Oct 14, 2020 in Criminal Defense

Beginning September 29, 2020, Houston police have the authority to cite-and-release instead of making arrests on certain low-level offenses. Modeled after similar programs in other jurisdictions where misdemeanor violations receive tickets rather than a trip to jail, police officials believe the program could cut down on thousands of arrests. While attempting to decrease the amount of people in the Harris County justice system is admirable, these citations should still not be taken lightly. There are still consequences to your criminal record and the policy of issuing citations is not mandatory….

Arrested in a Harris County Sting? 5 Things to Keep in Mind

Published: Oct 05, 2020 in Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

In September 2020, a collaborative human trafficking sting operation between 23 agencies dubbed “Operation Patriot,” made 46 arrests across Harris County and neighboring areas over a span of four days. Of those charged, many were suspected human traffickers and sex buyers, commonly called “johns.” Some were charged with felonies related to human trafficking, as well as prostitution, promotion of prostitution, and felony drug charges. These situations are highly volatile and unsuspecting people often get caught up in situations they did not appreciate. If you were arrested in an online sting…

Can You Be Convicted of a Sex Crime if You Didn’t Know Their Age?

Published: Sep 11, 2020 in Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

People lie about their age all the time. For older adults, it may be satisfying to pass as younger. For adolescents, the opposite might be true. Some teenagers naturally look older than their age, while others dress and groom themselves to look over 18. However, what may be cool or exciting to a young person can be devastating to you. If you become romantically or sexually involved with someone much younger than you thought, you could find yourself facing criminal charges. If you are questioned or arrested for a sex…