Sex Crimes

4 Sex Offenses That Will Hurt Your Reputation

November 19, 2014

Texas is known as one of the states with the toughest stances on sex crime. In Texas, a person convicted of sex crime doesn’t just face a lengthy jail term but is normally listed as a sex offender for life and can stay in jail longer than their jail terms under certain conditions. Such penalties […]

Penalties for Sexual Assault of a Child in Harris County, Texas

November 5, 2014

Being charged with sexual assault of a child is a serious crime in Harris County, Texas. Navigating the waters of the justice system is challenging and if convicted, you face penalties that can change your life forever. Whether you’re innocent or not, a skilled criminal defense attorney in Texas can guide you through your arrest, […]

Statutory Rape: Get the Facts

October 29, 2014

Sex crimes come in a range of different categories, and few are considered as serious as those involving minors or mentally-challenged victims. While statutory rape is one of the more serious sex crimes, not every instance of sex with a minor qualifies under the heading. In every case, it depends on the circumstances of the […]

Sex Crimes: Legal Terminology You May Hear in Court

October 22, 2014

Being accused of a sex crime is an uncomfortable and challenging experience. It’s made more difficult by an array of legal terms that are hard to understand without a legal background or education. This list groups the most common terms into categories and explains what they mean. It will enable you to discuss accusations against […]

Texas Criminal Charges for Failure to Report Date Rape

September 22, 2014

Sometimes what you know can hurt you. This is especially true when it comes to violating a failure to report law in Texas. That’s right. You can be charged with wrongdoing for failing to report serious crimes such as date rape. Just like any other crime, protecting your reputation, job and family will require the […]