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Law enforcement agents will often use different methods to target offenders who are trying to engage in prostitution in Texas. Under the law, police and other agents will pretend to be prostitutes or pimps involved in the illicit activity. These operations, called stings, often result in criminal charges. But are these legal maneuvers, or is […]
Read Full StoryChild Sex Crimes · Criminal Defense · Sex Crimes
Feb 27, 2023
Sex offenses carry some of the harshest criminal penalties in Texas. And as the internet continues to grow, so do new opportunities for certain criminal offenses, including sex crimes. This makes investigating internet sex crimes a focal point for law enforcement. However, the laws and sex crime offenses themselves can be confusing. Here is a […]
Read Full StorySep 26, 2022
Statutory rape laws were created to protect adolescents from predators who try to have sexual relationships with them, despite being under the age of consent. However, sometimes they can create challenging situations that result in people being accused of statutory rape despite both parties being consensual in the act and only one year apart. That […]
Read Full StoryFeb 23, 2022
Depending on your conviction and the details surrounding the sexual offense, you may be eligible for early release in Texas. But there are many obstacles you need to navigate to reach that objective. Here are the basics surrounding qualifying for early release, but you will be best served by discussing your case with an attorney. […]
Read Full StoryDec 22, 2021
You shouldn’t answer their questions. The risks of talking to the police far outweigh the possible benefits. The officer, you, or both of you could make mistakes, and you could be arrested for a crime you didn’t commit. The fact that you’re innocent doesn’t mean you should freely answer the officer’s questions. Talking to the […]
Read Full StorySep 16, 2021
When you have been arrested and charged with sexual assault or a related crime, it can have a devastating impact on your life. In addition to severe criminal penalties, your entire personal and professional reputation could be destroyed by such allegations. For this reason, you must take action to clear your name of the charges […]
Read Full StoryJul 7, 2021
Internet stings are increasingly common. With so many people meeting up online, law enforcement may have good intentions in conducting these sting operations. They are trying to protect minors and individuals vulnerable to sex trafficking. But the fact remains, many people are wrongfully accused or shouldn’t have been arrested in the first place. Often, people […]
Read Full StorySex Crimes · Sex Crimes Involving Children
May 22, 2021
Child pornography charges are severe. They carry some of the harshest penalties of all sex crimes in Texas. If you have been arrested and charged with a child porn sex crime, you are likely worried. And if you aren’t, you should be. You need to understand the factors that influence a potential punishment, and an […]
Read Full StoryMar 21, 2021
When you have been charged with sexual assault, your first thought probably revolves around not going to jail. The penalties of a sexual assault conviction are severe in Texas. It’s up to you to do everything possible to protect yourself from time behind bars. No one wants to spend time in jail, and while your […]
Read Full StoryJan 7, 2021
Sexual assault in Texas covers various acts but factors like the ages of those involved matter a lot. For example, charges of sexual assault by minors are treated much differently than sexual assaults perpetrated by adults. The age of the alleged victim and offender will determine whether or not the matter is handled in the […]
Read Full StoryNov 12, 2020
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 […]
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