Can a Texas Jury “Infer” the Timeline of a Defendant’s Alleged Sexual Abuse?

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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?

What You Need to Know About Misdemeanor Sexual Offenses

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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Sex crimes, and in particular alleged offenses against children, tend to draw a strong reaction from prosecutors and the public… Continue reading How Precise Does an Accuser Need to Be When Testifying About a Sex Crime?

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One of the well-known consequences of a sex crimes conviction in Texas is being forced to register as a sex… Continue reading Can a Texas City Restrict Where a Convicted Sex Offender May Live?

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A common prosecution tactic in sex crimes cases is to introduce evidence of the defendant’s “bad character,” such as a… Continue reading How Far Can Houston Sex Crimes Prosecutors Go in Referencing My Past Criminal Record?

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It is common knowledge that you cannot legally be married to more than one person at the same time. But… Continue reading Is Bigamy a Sex Crime in Texas?

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In a criminal trial, hearsay evidence is typically inadmissible to establish the defendant’s guilt. A hearsay statement is one that… Continue reading When Is Hearsay Evidence Admissible in a Sex Crimes Case?