Category Archives: Sex Crimes
Understanding Federal Internet Sex Crimes
The digital age has made the internet a central part of daily life. This has been beneficial in countless ways, but it has also…
Understanding Your Federal Sex Crime Charge
Typically, sex offenses are charged and handled at the state level – but not always. The federal government has jurisdiction to assume prosecutorial control…
Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child: The Most Serious Crime in Texas After Capital Murder
Enacted in 2007 as part of the Texas Legislature’s package of child sex offenses known as “Jessica’s Law” (mandatory minimum sentencing for certain child…
Legal Options for Houston Victims of False Child Pornography Allegations
In Houston, as in many other jurisdictions, false accusations of child pornography crimes can have devastating consequences for individuals and their families. In this…
Extraneous Offense Evidence: The Enemy of the Right to a Fair Trial
More than four decades ago, the First District Court of Appeals, based in Houston, defined an extraneous offense as: “… any act or misconduct,…
HPD on Rebound After Closing Thousands of Sex Crimes Cases for “Lack of Personnel”
Since 2016, the Houston Police Department (HPD) has received 2.8 million crime reports. During part of those eight years, HPD used a code called…
Defending against False Federal Child Pornography Accusations in Houston
Facing federal child pornography charges in Houston is a serious legal matter with potentially severe consequences. Being falsely accused of such a crime has…
Preventing False Accusations: How to Safeguard Yourself
False accusations of federal sex crimes can have devastating consequences. These charges in particular can affect not only an individual’s reputation but also their…
Wrongfully Accused of a Sex Crime? Defending Your Case in Texas
Being wrongfully accused of a sex crime in Texas is a nightmare scenario that can instantly turn your life upside down. False allegations can…
The Long-Term Consequences of Sex Crimes in Texas
Sex crimes are among the most heinous offenses, causing significant harm to victims and carrying severe legal consequences for perpetrators. In this state, the…
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