Have you found yourself in some legal trouble and you are now facing charges? But you still do not have an understanding of what the charges are? And are now searching What is Statutory Rape? Brought to you by Starr Law Firm, we are going to spotlight what statutory rape is and why you need a team on your side to help.

Statutory rape is any sexual contact with an individual who is below the legal age of consent. This law usually refers to adults engaging the sexual activities with minors. In the state of Texas, a minor is anyone under the age of 17. So, it does not matter if you thought the person was under 17, you will still be charged with statutory rape.

Consequences of Statutory Rape

Statutory rape is seen as a very serious crime and has very serious consequences. The conviction results in significant jail time and a person can face up to 20 years in prison. Along with, large fines that can total upwards of $100,000 or more. And you will have to register on the national sex offender registry for life. Registering on this list comes with many consequences also such as, limits where you can live, who you can live with, and future jobs. Being convicted is very serious and is something no one wants to face.

So, if you are facing these charges you will need a team on your side that has the experience and knowledge to help you. These charges canister your entire life, so call Kent Starr Today. He has years of experience dealing with cases like yours. And will defend your rights till the very end. All you have to do is give us a call and we will handle the rest.