Tag: Sex Crimes

Has the Statute of Limitations Expired for Your Texas Crime?

August 9, 2017

In Texas, an “expiration date,” called a statute of limitations, is in place for almost all types of crimes. A statute of limitations restricts how long an individual or entity can delay taking legal action regarding a matter. Statutes of limitations exist for both criminal and civil matters. The criminal statute of limitations sets time limits regarding […]

Houston Sex Crimes: Texas Laws and Examples

July 26, 2017

Most Texans think of law enforcement professionals as those who protect us. Sometimes, the very people we count on to keep us safe do us harm. A recent news story shows just how much harm a public officer can allegedly do. This defendant needs the best criminal defense attorney or legal team he can assemble. […]

Penalties for Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child in Texas

July 12, 2017

Sexual abuse of a child is a serious crime in Texas. Within the range of sexual abuse crimes involving children, continuous sexual abuse of a child is an extremely serious offense. The definition of the crime includes sexual contact of any kind between a minor child of less than 14 years old and an adult that […]

Is There a Difference Between Molestation and Sexual Abuse?

June 14, 2017

Yes, there’s a difference between molestation and sexual abuse. Many people are confused about the differences between molestation and sexual abuse, however. According to the National Child Abuse & Neglect Data System (NCANDS), about 9 percent of neglect or child abuse cases involve sexual abuse. Deprived of a gym, this Ariège coach invented a weight […]