Defending Against Sex Crime Allegations in Texas
The stakes could not be higher - here is how an experienced defense attorney fights back
A sex crime allegation is one of the most serious situations a person can face. The social stigma alone can be devastating - before a single charge is filed, before a single piece of evidence is examined, an accusation can destroy careers, relationships, and reputations. If you are facing a sex crime allegation in Texas, you need an attorney who will fight for you with the same intensity the prosecution will bring against you.
Sex Crimes Under Texas Law
- Sexual Assault - non-consensual sexual contact or penetration; a second-degree felony carrying 2 to 20 years in prison
- Aggravated Sexual Assault - sexual assault involving a weapon, serious bodily injury, a victim under 14, or other aggravating factors; a first-degree felony with a minimum sentence of 5 years and a maximum of life
- Indecent Exposure - exposing genitals in public with intent to arouse or gratify
- Prostitution and Solicitation - engaging in or soliciting sexual conduct for compensation
- Failure to Register as a Sex Offender - a separate felony offense for those required to register who fail to comply
Sex Offender Registration: A Lifelong Consequence
Many sex crime convictions in Texas require registration on the Texas Sex Offender Registry - in some cases, for life. Registration imposes severe restrictions on where you can live, work, and travel. It is publicly accessible and follows you everywhere.
Why These Cases Demand an Aggressive Defense
- Challenging the accuser's credibility - examining prior statements, social media, communications, and any motive to fabricate
- Forensic evidence review - scrutinizing DNA evidence, medical examinations, and chain-of-custody documentation
- Consent defense - in cases involving adult complainants, establishing that the conduct was consensual
- Mistaken identity - particularly in stranger assault cases
- Constitutional challenges - suppressing evidence obtained through unlawful searches or improper interrogation
Contact Hawk Law PC
Michael Hawk has over 30 years of experience defending clients against serious criminal charges in Texas. Call (469) 699-HAWK for a confidential consultation.