At one time, it was thought that sexual assault that happened within the confines of a marriage was not a crime. Attitudes have since changed, which is why Texas now recognizes marital rape to be criminal conduct. It is punishable in the same manner as rape that occurs outside of marital confines is, and happens […]
According to the FBI, sex trafficking is the most common form of modern day slavery. Sex trafficking occurs whenever a victim is taken from her home and then forced to perform sex acts for pay. This crime doesn’t just happen in third world countries, as thousands are estimated to be “sex slaves” right here in […]
Sexually transmitted diseases can result in everything from embarrassment to death. Knowingly infecting another individual with an STD can also result in criminal charges ranging from assault to attempted murder. The exact crime you are charged with can depend on the type of STD you have.
The Lone Star State makes it a crime to have sex with another person against his or her will. You could be charged with a crime if you fail to obtain consent before engaging in sexual activity. So what constitutes consent? There are actually four elements of it that must be met in order for […]
Disclaimer: This is a guest article. It is not intended as legal advice and does not reflect the opinions of the Law Office of Brett A. Podolsky As parents, we want to do everything possible to keep our kids safe. Internet use has exploded in the past ten years, giving the parents of this generation […]
