SEX CRIMES ATTORNEY AUSTIN TX
Sex crime charges in Texas carry some of the harshest penalties in the criminal justice system — including lifetime sex offender registration, lengthy prison sentences, and devastating collateral consequences. False allegations, misidentification, and consent disputes arise in these cases more than any other category of criminal charge. Our Austin sex crime defense attorneys provide aggressive, confidential representation for all sex crime charges in Travis County and surrounding courts.
What We Can Do For You
Sexual assault defenseClass A misdemeanor through first-degree felony depending on circumstances — aggressive Travis County defense
Indecency with a childDefense of charges involving children — among the most serious and emotionally complex cases in criminal law
Online solicitationDefense of Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force investigations and charges
Sex offender registrationChallenging registration requirements, tier classification, and registration violations
Title IX defenseDefense of university students at UT Austin and other institutions facing campus disciplinary proceedings
Expunction and non-disclosureRecord relief where available for resolved sex crime matters
Key Information
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Travis County District Courts
1000 Guadalupe St — all felony sex crime charges are heard in Travis County District Courts.
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Travis County Courts at Law
Class A misdemeanor sex crime charges heard here.
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U.S. District Court (W.D. Tex.)
Federal sex crime charges including interstate solicitation and child exploitation.
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UT Austin Student Justice Center
Campus Title IX disciplinary proceedings — separate from criminal courts but equally consequential.
What You Should Know
Consult an Austin sex attorney immediately after any sex matter
Document all evidence, communications, and relevant records from the start
Know your deadlines — statutes of limitations and filing deadlines are strict in Texas
Understand that a free consultation costs nothing and protects your rights
The contingency fee structure means your attorney is motivated to maximize your outcome
Early intervention dramatically improves results in almost every legal matter
Frequently Asked Questions
Are sex crime allegations always truthful?▾
No. False allegations, misidentification, consent disputes, and regret-based accusations are documented phenomena in sex crime cases. Defense attorneys investigate the full circumstances of the accusation.
What happens if I'm placed on the sex offender registry?▾
Texas sex offender registration can be lifetime or 10-year depending on the offense. Registration restrictions on residence, employment, and internet use have profound effects on every aspect of life. An attorney fights at every stage to avoid or minimize registration.
Is a college disciplinary proceeding separate from a criminal case?▾
Yes. Title IX campus proceedings and criminal prosecution are completely separate. A criminal acquittal doesn't stop campus proceedings; a campus finding doesn't bind criminal courts. Both require separate, simultaneous defense.
What is the statute of limitations for sex crimes in Texas?▾
Sexual assault: 10 years from the date of offense (no limit if DNA evidence exists). Aggravated sexual assault: no statute of limitations. Indecency with a child: 10 years or until the victim turns 28, whichever is later.