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Jun 11, 2026
Finding reliable support after a sex crime accusation can be one of the most challenging and critical steps. While your attorney is your primary advocate in the legal system, there are organizations and resources that can provide vital information, advocacy, and community support outside of the courtroom. Advocacy and Support for those Falsely Accused of […]
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 […]
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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 […]
Read Full StoryOct 7, 2020
Modern life is saturated by ways to communicate. Your smartphone, for example, allows you to speak, text, email, and message people virtually anywhere through countless apps . This convenience is a blessing, but it can be a curse if misused – even if by accident or unintentionally. For example, what you may have thought was […]
Read Full StorySep 11, 2020
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 […]
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