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What Is Importuning?

Published: Dec 20, 2017 in Sex Crimes

Being charged with a sex crime can be devastating, and most people find the legal process for these crimes to be overwhelming and confusing. Your alleged offense may be described as importuning, but this term is certainly foreign to most people. Charges for importuning involve defendants who have supposedly encouraged or solicited a minor to engage in a sexual activity of some kind. Sex offenses involving minors can result in large fines, years in prison, and permanent sex offender status. For these reasons, it is important to seek an experienced…

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What Is Pandering Obscenity Involving a Minor?

Published: Dec 08, 2017 in Sex Crimes

Pandering and obscenity laws are meant to target the enablers of sex crimes. Sex crimes involving children are considered to be especially serious, and if you have been arrested for something that includes pandering obscenity involving a minor, you will need an experienced defense attorney. The Law Offices of Ned Barnett has spent years defending clients against serious sex crimes, and we can help you protect your rights through every step of the legal process. Do not delay in contacting a Houston child sex abuse lawyer. Call us at (713)…

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How to Handle False Accusations of Child Sex Abuse

Published: Dec 04, 2017 in Sex Crimes

False accusations of Child Sex Abuse can overwhelm anyone and turn your life upside down. If you are facing false accusations of child abuse, you can lose your job, your reputation, and your freedom. Texas law seeks to protect children by establishing and enforcing strict punishments for those who are convicted of child sex abuse, and therefore it is essential that you quickly seek an experienced defense attorney if you have been falsely accused of sexually abusing a child. Attorney Ned Barnett is an experienced Houston child sex abuse lawyer…

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New Law Targets Teachers Who Fail to Report Inappropriate Relationships with Students

Published: Oct 10, 2017 in Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

The number of inappropriate sexual relationships between students and teachers has increased within Texas in recent years. In 2016, the Texas Education Agency opened 222 investigations into these inappropriate relationships. Frustrated with battling this form of educator misconduct, Texas legislators decided to take a decisive step. Senate Bill 7, which was signed into law in May of 2017, states that educators who fail to speak up about any inappropriate relationship they are aware of are subject to criminal charges.. Teachers, principals, superintendents, and other educational professionals who are accused of…

When Is Rape a Federal Crime?

Published: Aug 18, 2017 in Criminal Defense, Sex Crimes

Rape, also called sexual assault, is a heinous crime. It can severely harm the victims physically and psychologically, and often leads to life-long effects. Perpetrators of this violent crime face harsh consequences and should be brought to justice. Unfortunately, rape accusations are often inappropriately leveled at innocent individuals. Some men and women use rape allegations as a means of revenge. Others come forward with these claims after a misunderstanding or due to regret. In some situations, allegations can be proven false before prosecutors ask a grand jury for an indictment….