Posted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
The right to a jury trial is fundamental to our criminal justice system. Having an impartial, unbiased jury is especially… Continue reading Why Jury Bias Matters When It Comes to Sex Crimes Cases
Read MoreHouston Appeals Court Rules 4-Year-Old Incapable of Committing “Prostitution”
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Compelling prostitution–i.e., pimping–is one of the most serious sex crimes a person can be charged with, in Texas. Under the… Continue reading Houston Appeals Court Rules 4-Year-Old Incapable of Committing “Prostitution”
Read MoreThe Role of “Outcry Witnesses” in Texas Sex Crimes Prosecutions
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Hearsay statements are generally not admissible in criminal trials. Hearsay refers to any out-of-court statement offered to prove the truth… Continue reading The Role of “Outcry Witnesses” in Texas Sex Crimes Prosecutions
Read MoreWhat Is the “Rape Shield” Law in Texas?
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In a criminal trial, the defendant has the right to introduce evidence that may serve to undermine the state’s case… Continue reading What Is the “Rape Shield” Law in Texas?
Read MoreUnderstanding the Prosecution’s Duty to “Elect” in Sex Crimes Cases
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When a person is charged with a sex crime, they have the right to understand the exact charge against them.… Continue reading Understanding the Prosecution’s Duty to “Elect” in Sex Crimes Cases
Read MoreWhat Is “Grooming” Testimony, and How Does It Affect Sex Crimes Cases?
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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?
Read MoreDoes a Person Accused of Rape Have the Right to Cross-Examine the Lab That Performed the Rape Kit?
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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?
Read MoreHow Civil Commitment of “Sexually Violent Predators” Works in Texas
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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
Read MoreHow Your Internet Search History May Be Used Against You in a Sex Crimes Trial
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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
Read MoreHow a Prior Sex Crimes Conviction Can Land You in Jail for Life
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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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