Sex Crimes

Date Rape, Pt. 1: Charges and Investigations

September 7, 2016

The issue of sexual assault has become one of the most complex legal challenges of our time. As society changes, there has been a greater effort to increase awareness about sexual assault in all of its forms. This includes the type of sexual assault known as date rape.

Operation Broken Heart: Stopping Child Predators

August 17, 2016

Law enforcement agencies across the nation are engaged in a continuing effort to stop the harm caused by child predators. One of the most successful operations that has been conducted in the name of this effort is Operation Broken Heart. This widespread operation has been very successful in catching child predators in the act of […]

Online Solicitation of Prostitution and How Texas Prosecutes

July 13, 2016

The Texas law on prostitution is very clear: it’s a criminal offense that can land you in jail. These days, more and more people are moving their prostitution activities online. For example, some websites offer escort services or body rubs that are actually a cover for illegal prostitution activities. Make no mistake, it’s just as […]

Child Pornography Laws in Texas

July 6, 2016

Internet access and mobile devices have made pornographic content available 24/7 to nearly anyone who wants to view such material. While there may be cultural attitudes that view this content in a negative light, there are generally no laws prohibiting it as long as everyone involved is over the age of 18. However, when pornographic […]