Indecency with a child can take on a number of forms ranging from exposing oneself to sexual assault. It can also involve acts such as promoting prostitution or engaging in child pornography. According to the Texas Penal Code, you could also be charged with continuous sexual abuse of a young child or children if you […]
Date rape is actually sexual assault that occurs between a victim and someone who is known well to that person. In fact, you could be charged with date rape, even if you have previously had consensual sex with someone. This crime does not have to involve penetration, as any sexual contact that is unwanted or […]
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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 […]
