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May 21, 2026
Child pornography cases are taken very seriously by state and federal investigators. This is, in part, due to the difficulty of catching individuals who make, distribute, and possess such obscene materials depicting children. These days, much of child porn lives on the internet, is sent through secured connections, and is downloaded onto people’s computers and […]
Read Full StoryMay 12, 2026
If you’ve been accused of a sex crime involving a minor, you are facing severe penalties and an extensive investigation. Allegations of sexual misconduct are taken very seriously by Houston prosecutors, and there is extreme scrutiny for any accusations involving children. In many cases, a child’s claim about any sexual activity has been considered true […]
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Mar 3, 2026
Child pornography is illegal under Texas and federal law. However, knowing it is unlawful does not automatically prevent a charge. Nor does it clarify when and why charges were filed or what penalties you could face. Considering how intimidating child pornography accusations are, it is best to know how child porn charges arise. Know what […]
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Jan 8, 2026
Every state, including Texas, has an age at which 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 law. It can even result in severe statutory rape charges, despite the activity being consensual. […]
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Jun 8, 2025
Online solicitation charges have become increasingly common in Houston recently. But this isn’t necessarily because more and more Texans are engaging in these crimes. Many of these people have never even met the people they were accused of soliciting online. But just because you never met doesn’t mean you can’t be charged. Internet stings have […]
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Apr 4, 2025
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is changing the world. AI is also changing how the law views digital content. From auto-generated art to deepfake videos, AI can now create things that look incredibly real, including images that cross serious legal lines – especially when AI is used to create or manipulate sexually explicit images […]
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Dec 3, 2024
Teaching is challenging, and forming personal relationships with students may be the most effective way to make a difference. However, as a teacher, you should always be aware of the boundaries between you and your students. If you are ever accused of violating those boundaries and forming an inappropriate relationship with a student in Harris […]
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Sep 4, 2024
Understanding the legal distinctions between viewing and possessing child pornography in Texas is critical, particularly if you or someone you know is facing related sex offense charges. Texas law treats these situations differently, with intent and knowledge playing a central role. Viewing vs. Possessing Child Porn: What’s the Difference? First and foremost, possessing child pornography […]
Read Full StoryJul 31, 2024
Facing allegations of child sexual abuse in Texas can be a life-altering crisis. The stakes are high, and the need for immediate legal action is paramount. While you may believe your best option is to avoid looking guilty by trying to handle the matter without a lawyer, early intervention by an experienced defense attorney can […]
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Jun 27, 2024
Most people don’t know much about sex offender risk assessments. But for those accused of sex crimes in Texas, understanding these evaluations is crucial. These tools help determine if someone who committed a sexual offense is likely to do it again. They can affect sentencing, probation, and sex offender registration. But are these assessments fair […]
Read Full StoryNov 30, 2023
The age of smartphones and DMs is here. Now more than ever, our lives and relationships, even the intimate parts, are playing out virtually. Sexting, which is the sending, receiving, or forwarding of sexually explicit messages, photographs, or images has permeated our culture. What would have been unimaginable when we were teenagers is now standard. […]
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