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Sex Crime Investigation

Houston Sex Crime Investigation Attorney

When someone learns that they are under investigation for a Texas sex crime, a surge of foreboding suddenly interrupts their life. Being charged with a sex crime in Texas can be incredibly harmful to one’s reputation and future. Securing the services of a Houston-area sex crime investigations lawyer should be the first priority of any criminal suspect. A suspect in a sex crime case should never agree to speak with authorities before speaking with a knowledgeable attorney.

Texas Sex Crimes

A sexual crimes investigation attorney can play a vital role in protecting a suspect’s constitutional rights. The following is a partial list of sex crimes in the state of Texas:

  • Aggravated sexual assault
  • Statutory rape
  • Prostitution
  • Sexting
  • Lewd acts
  • Possession of child pornography
  • Indecent exposure

Sexual intercourse is not necessary to be charged with many sex crimes, including sexual assault and child molestation. The alleged use of violence or a weapon during the commission of a sex crime can elevate the criminal charge to aggravated sexual assault. Even non-violent charges like child pornography and sexting can destroy a suspect’s reputation, family and career.

Sex Crime Penalties

A second-degree felony child molestation charge can result in up to 20 years in state prison. Aggravated sexual assault is a first-degree felony and can land a defendant in prison for up to 99 years. Even a child pornography charge can produce a 20-year prison sentence. The defendant in a sex crime case may also be required to register as a sex offender and pay a substantial fine.

Sex Crime Investigations

When someone becomes the subject of a sex crime investigation, especially a sex crime involving a child under the age of 17, the experienced counsel of a Texas sex crime investigations lawyer is essential. Once the police have been notified of a suspected sex crime involving a minor child, a thorough police investigation will ensue. Beginning with a report by the child’s parents or outcry witness, the child will likely be interviewed by a forensic interviewer from Child Protective Services. The child will also be examined by a medical professional from a Child Advocacy Center or other medical facility.

Though a medical examination may not yield physical evidence, the examination will likely yield statements by the alleged victim that can be used in court. Interviews conducted by Child Protective Services will be videotaped and will also be used as evidence in court. Police investigators will search for corroborative evidence to determine whether a sex crime charge is justified.

Talk to a Houston-Area Sex Crime Investigation Lawyer

A qualified sex crimes investigations lawyer will evaluate the progress of the police investigation and negotiate with authorities on a suspect’s behalf.

Contact Houston-area attorney Brett Podolsky at 713-227-0087 for a complimentary case review.

 

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