Most people in Texas who have children are familiar with Child Protective Services. Even if some parents have never had to interact with CPS, this organization is very well-known. This is because this organization frequently gets involved in cases where parents have been accused of abusing their children. If CPS conducts an investigation into a […]
In the state of Texas, and throughout the United States, a conviction for certain criminal offenses can cause a person to be placed on the sex offender registry. When a person is required to register as a sex offender, their registration may remain active for years. In some cases, the length of the registration period […]
The state of Texas has specific laws to deal with the crime of indecency. These laws stipulate the definition of this criminal act and the nature of the legal penalties associated with a conviction. In most cases, these laws are designed to protect children and minors from prohibited sexual contact with adults.
Recently, several major news stories have highlighted the reality of inappropriate relationships between students and educators. These incidents are an example of an illegal relationship between an adult and a minor. These cases are unique because of the relationship between the educator and the student under their care.
In the criminal justice system, few things are as serious as charges of sexual assault or rape. In a matter of moments, just one accusation has the power to completely alter the life of the accused. The court will take all accusations of rape very seriously and thorough investigations may be ordered. When someone […]
