Whether the case involves a child victim that is being coached by another parent, or a past intimate partner who is now claiming that the sexual involvement was not consensual, there are many motivations that drive someone to falsely claim sexual assault. Regardless of the motivation of the complainant, a sexual offense allegation is a serious matter that can have a significant impact on a person’s life. It should not be taken lightly. You should contact a proven sexual assault defense attorney at the first sign of an allegation and you should NOT make any statements to anyone except your attorney.

Sex Crimes Defense Strategies | Experienced Sex Crimes Attorney
Most sex crimes allegations come down to he said/she said. This makes it difficult for prosecutors to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that rape or another sex crime took place. We know how to find the flaws in the prosecution’s evidence, thoroughly investigating DNA evidence, rape kits and other evidence. We will attack the evidence and seek to get the case dismissed if it is weak. Our lawyers will work hard to protect your rights, reputation and privacy, while thoroughly preparing to defend you at trial if necessary.

Child Sexual Offenses | Tarrant County Child Sex Crimes Defense Attorneys
Sexual assault cases involving children are unique to other sex crimes cases. Unfortunately, children can easily be confused or mistaken and sometimes even coerced into making an allegation. We often see this when the family is going through a family law case involving child custody or child support. Typically, after a child makes an outcry of a sexual nature, the police arrange a forensic interview of the child by an agency like Alliance for Children in Arlington. At the forensic interview, the interviewer will go through the child’s outcry in detail and probe into other areas of the child’s life. Our criminal defense attorneys know what to look for in reviewing forensic interviews. We also have a team of experts ready to assist in child sexual assault cases. Our team has a record of dismissals and reduced charges in these types of cases in Fort Worth.

What is the Age of Consent in Texas? Texas’ Romeo and Juliet Law
The age of consent in Texas is 17 years old. Under Texas law, “the age of consent” is the legal age at which a person can consent to engage in sexual intercourse with another person. If a person is under the age of consent, then the sexual conduct is deemed non-consensual under the law. Once a person turns 17, the law deems them able to choose to engage in consensual sex. There can be exceptions to the age requirement in cases where the “victim” is under 17, but only for actors who are not more than 3 years older than their partner. This is considered Texas’ Romeo and Juliet exception to the Statutory Rape law. For more information regarding the age of consent, contact our sexual assault defense team.