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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 StorySep 14, 2018
When you are arrested or accused of a crime, criminal charges are not automatically filed. There is a human element involved: the prosecutor. A prosecutor’s job is to bring criminal charges on behalf of the government, be that a city, county, state, or the federal government. It is important to note, however, that prosecutors do […]
Read Full StoryJun 15, 2018
Ayissha Morgan, a guest on MTV’s “Catfish,” recently accused the show’s host and executive producer Nev Schulman of sexual misconduct. On the program, Schulman entertains audiences by trying to determine if people using dating apps are actually who they claim to be. Morgan alleges that during her time on the show, Schulman harassed her and […]
Read Full StoryJun 8, 2018
The rate of sex crime arrests has been increasing in Houston since the beginning of 2018. The accusation, and potential conviction, of a sex crime can have a devastating impact on your life. The penalties associated with sex offenses are severe. These consequences become more severe, however, for those charged with sex crimes as a […]
Read Full StoryJun 1, 2018
In the past, law enforcement officers pulled over for driving while intoxicated (DWI) may have been given a free pass. But in the era of dashcams, body cameras, and increased scrutiny of law enforcement, officers can no longer expect to get out of a DWI arrest. Just like ordinary citizens, they will likely be arrested […]
Read Full StoryMay 18, 2018
The difference between sexual assault and harassment may not always be clear. Both actions are types of sexual misconduct, and both are illegal. The primary difference between the two is that sexual harassment is a civil matter, with claims generally arising out of employment-related disputes. Sexual assault, on the other hand, is a criminal offense. […]
Read Full StoryApr 26, 2018
Every parent’s nightmare is having something bad happen to their child. For a mother or father, something even worse is being accused of causing that harm. Cases of parents being accused of sexual assault of a child are rare. But when such cases arise, they usually are difficult to resolve at both the legal and […]
Read Full StoryApr 24, 2018
Prostitution is a serious crime in Texas. The offense may be committed in several ways, depending on whether you are the suspected client, prostitute, or pimp. Regardless of the specific charge you are targeted with, you face a tarnished reputation and significant penalties if convicted. When attempting to convict an individual of prostitution in Texas, prosecutors […]
Read Full StoryApr 13, 2018
On April 6, 2018, federal authorities shut down Backpage.com, a website that had grown notorious in recent years for hosting online ads for sexual services. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) raided the homes of the site’s founders, and a grand jury indicted seven Backpage employees with 93 criminal counts, including charges of facilitating prostitution […]
Read Full StoryMar 22, 2018
Expungement destroys your criminal record and makes it like an offense never happened. Expunging your record makes it easier to obtain an education, a professional license, and job. You no longer have to declare an unfortunate incident on a job, rental, or loan application. In general, it can help you move forward in life. However, […]
Read Full StoryMar 8, 2018
When children accused of sex crimes in Texas face allegations, their families need to call an attorney experienced with juvenile cases right away. Whether the offense is typically a misdemeanor or felony, you must take it seriously. Your child will need legal protection and guidance throughout this process. The outcome of this situation may significantly […]
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