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Will the Weinstein Verdict Change Sexual Assault Prosecutions?

Published: Apr 06, 2020 in Sex Crimes

In February 2020, a jury found Hollywood mogul, Harvey Weinstein guilty of two felony counts: criminal sexual assault in the first degree and rape in the third degree. The jury determined Weinstein would be confined to custody immediately while awaiting sentencing. In March, the judge sentenced him to 23 years in prison, and on March 18th, he was transferred to a state prison in New York. The Weinstein verdict was a relief to many and stunning to others. More than 100 women came forward with statements of sexual misconduct allegedly…

Accused of Sexual Assault in the Workplace?

Accused of Sexual Assault in the Workplace?

Published: Mar 05, 2020 in Sex Crimes

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 or not allegations of sexual assault in the workplace have been brought up internally only or to the police, you should hire an experienced Houston sex crimes lawyer immediately. Your career, reputation, and freedom are at stake. Contact The Law Offices of Ned Barnett online or call (713) 222-6767. We offer…

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

Published: Feb 21, 2020 in Child Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes Involving Children

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 law. It can even result in severe statutory rape charges, despite the activity being consensual. If you are accused of having sex with someone younger than the age of consent, contact a Houston sex crimes lawyer from The Law Offices of Ned Barnett right away. Statutory rape is serious, so take…

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Are You a “High Risk” Sex Offender?

Published: Feb 14, 2020 in Child Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes Involving Children

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 Committee establishes the guidelines. Then, the court, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, or the Texas Youth Commission, will use this to determine your risk level. The process may describe you as a high-risk sex offender. This means there are signs that you are likely to continue unlawful sexual behavior. As you may suspect, this will have a…

Indecent Exposure and Public Lewdness: Know the Difference

Published: Feb 04, 2020 in Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

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 your genitals or anus in public with the intent to arouse or gratify. Public lewdness, however, is explicitly sexual conduct in public. Therefore, the penalties for public lewdness are harsher than for indecent exposure. For instance, if you get caught masturbating in public, you can be charged with indecent exposure. On the other hand, if you get caught having sex…