Threats are a real problem in any school. From elementary to high schools, colleges, and universities, no learning environment is 100% safe. With a long list of possible threats facing the institutions – bombs, shootings, arson, you name it – the only way to ensure learners, staff, and parents have peace of mind is to […]
A prostitute wearing a red jacket is talking to an unseen driver sitting in their car. Prostitution is a Felony and a Misdemeanor in the State of Texas Prostitution is an age-old profession that’s frowned upon and illegal in most parts of the world. However, to the surprise of many people, in the state of […]
Human trafficking is a serious allegation that can result in state or federal felony charges. A conviction means years, perhaps even decades, behind bars and a tarnished reputation. You must take immediate action to preserve your legal rights and build a strong defense. Attorney Kent Starr is a Plano human trafficking defense attorney. For over […]
Having a criminal record can have a detrimental impact on your life. Such consequences range from social to financial. They include limited access to loans, higher insurance premiums, your ability to access apartments, and limited employment opportunities. Not to mention your reputation. Fortunately, in Texas, the legislation offers individuals with your predicament a leeway. By […]
Facing criminal charges is always followed by challenging times. Depending on the nature of the crime you’ve been accused of, you may face different penalties. For minor crimes, it may be fines and a short jail term. However, you may have a long prison sentence on the cards if it’s a major criminal act. But […]
If you face a sex crimes charge in Texas, you may wonder if your past will come back to haunt you. One thing you can be sure about is that the police will dig into your past. So, whatever conviction or skeletons you may have in your closet will likely come to light. All this […]
If you’re facing charges for continuous sexual assault of a child, you need to prepare the best defense possible to defend your innocence. Continuous sexual assault of a child is a serious crime in Texas, and a conviction can have life-altering consequences. Besides the harsh penalties, which can sometimes stretch to a life sentence, you […]
If you’re accused of sexual assault on your college campus, you not only face the possibility of criminal charges in the state court but universities are required by law to conduct disciplinary proceedings, which are to some extent unfair. Unlike in the criminal system, where you’re presumed innocent until the prosecutor proves your guilt beyond […]
When facing criminal charges, you have a fundamental right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty. Unfortunately, alleged offenders of sexual assault on a child do not enjoy this privilege, at least in the eyes of the general public. Investigators and the jury could also be biased, raising the stakes. If you have been accused […]
If you have been accused of assaulting a child sexually, you need a solid defense to fight the allegations. The burden of proving your fault beyond a reasonable doubt rests on the prosecution, so you have a chance to assert your innocence. While there are acceptable defenses such as consent (Romeo and Juliet law) or […]