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 […]
Defendants are normally only charged with a sex crime after a lengthy investigation has taken place. In many cases, you may already know that you are a target of an investigation, which is why understanding the process that takes place is especially important.
In an effort to enhance public safety, increased restrictions are being placed on sex offenders. If you are labeled as a sex offender, one of the restrictions you might face is where you will live. Texas is one of the growing number of states that prohibit sex offenders from taking up residence in so-called “safe […]
Sex offender registration in Texas can now be terminated early in some cases, thanks to House Bill 867. This law allows those who have been convicted of certain sex crimes to “deregister” in order to be fairer to those who may pose no danger to the general public. In order to qualify for deregistration, your […]
