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In sex crimes cases, prosecutors often seek to introduce evidence of “grooming.” In broad terms, grooming refers to actions that… Continue reading What Is “Grooming” Testimony, and How Does It Affect Sex Crimes Cases?
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DNA testing has become popular in recent years as a consumer product. Home kits promise the ability to learn more… Continue reading Does a Person Accused of Rape Have the Right to Cross-Examine the Lab That Performed the Rape Kit?
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When a person is convicted of sex offense or sex crime in Texas, their sentence does not necessarily end when… Continue reading How Civil Commitment of “Sexually Violent Predators” Works in Texas
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The Internet is a wonderful tool that allows access to information in an unprecedented manner. But it is an equally… Continue reading How Your Internet Search History May Be Used Against You in a Sex Crimes Trial
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A sex crimes charge in Texas takes on special weight if the defendant has a prior criminal record, even from… Continue reading How a Prior Sex Crimes Conviction Can Land You in Jail for Life
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Many sex offenses and sex crimes have very specific definitions under Texas law. So when a particular offense includes certain… Continue reading Can a Texas Jury “Infer” the Timeline of a Defendant’s Alleged Sexual Abuse?
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There are a variety of misdemeanor offenses in Texas that broadly fall within the category of sexual offenses. We are… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Misdemeanor Sexual Offenses
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As a general rule, prosecutors cannot show that you committed a crime by pointing to other bad acts you might… Continue reading Is a Jury Allowed to Hear from Other Accusers in a Child Sex Crimes Case?
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A sex crimes conviction can follow you for the rest of your life. Even after you have served any prison… Continue reading Can You Get a Sex Crimes Arrest Expunged From Your Record?
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Every criminal defendant has a constitutional right to confront the witnesses against them. Such rights are especially crucial in sex… Continue reading Understanding Your Right to Confront Your Accuser in a Rape Trial
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