Tag: Statutory Rape

Statutory Rape Laws of Texas

February 15, 2017

Every state has laws regarding the age of consent for sexual activity. When an adult engages in sexual activity with a child who is under the age of consent, the state may prosecute. The penalties vary depending on the severity of the crime, but they can be very harsh. In addition to penalties from the […]

What Is Acquaintance Rape? Is It Prosecuted Differently?

May 25, 2016

In the state of Texas, the crime of rape is legally known as sexual assault. A person who engages in any type of sexual contact or intercourse with another person without that person’s consent may be charged with sexual assault. It is also a crime to engage in sexual intercourse with a person who legally […]

4 Types of Sex Crimes and Their Consequences

May 18, 2016

A sex crime is a certain type of criminal offense that includes some sexual component. This sexual component usually involves a crime that involves the sexual act or which involves the sexual organs or genitals of the offender or the victim. In Texas, sex crimes are considered extremely serious. As a result, the punishments for […]