Sex Crimes

How are Child Porn Sentences Determined?

Published: May 22, 2021 in Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes Involving Children

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 experienced Houston defense lawyer can help. Texas Child Pornography Laws In Texas, there are several illegal activities involving pornographic content. But child porn laws refer to anyone under the age of eighteen. Essentially, child porn…

What Is Sexual Assault of a Child in Texas?

Published: May 08, 2021 in Child Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes Involving Children

Texas takes a tough stance on sex crimes. And it takes sex crimes that involve children even more seriously. Many people who find themselves charged with this offense lose hope. They think there is no way to fight back – much less get it dropped. But there may be a way to avoid prison and fines. Fighting your charge with the help of an experienced sex crimes defense lawyer could be your way out. Understanding Sexual Assault of a Child Charges Getting charged with a sex crime is disorienting. But…

5 Reasons Houston Sex Offenders Fail To Register

Published: Apr 06, 2021 in Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes Involving Children

In Texas, those who’ve been convicted of sex crimes must register as sex offenders. This registry is available to the public. And those who must register are subject to seemingly endless rules about when, how, and how often they have to register. Here’s the big problem: Failing to register is a crime. You or a loved one might even be subject to a felony charge for a simple mistake. So let’s take a look at some of the common reasons Houston sex offenders fail to register and their options when…

Can I Get Probation Instead of Jail for Sexual Assault?

Published: Mar 21, 2021 in Sex Crimes

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 priority should be beating the charges altogether, there are alternatives like probation you can explore. What Happens When You’re Found Guilty of Sexual? In Texas, sexual assault is a second-degree felony. That means you can…

Accused of Sexual Assault Years Later: What’s the Statute of Limitations?

Published: Feb 22, 2021 in Sex Crimes

Sex crimes are taken very seriously in Harris County, Texas. And any allegation of sexual assault will disrupt your life, relationships, and ability to live normally. This is all aside from possibly spending time in prison and sex offender registration. With so much at stake, it’s essential to take any accusation seriously – even if the alleged incident happened years ago. It’s increasingly common for people to be accused of acts that allegedly happened years ago. Our clients often wonder if they can go to prison for something from the…