Indecency With a Child in Houston, Texas

Texas Sexual Offense: Chapter 21 of the Texas Penal Code

Under 21.11 of the Texas Penal Code, indecency with a child occurs when a person engages in sexual contact with a child under 17. The consequences of this sex offense can be serious and even life-changing, but many defenses are available. Some of the affirmative defenses to indecency with a child are that the person accused was less than three years older than the minor, or that the accused did not use force, duress or threats against the victim at the time.

Indecency with a child can be a felony of the second degree or a felony of the third degree, depending on the circumstances. Due to the private nature of the crime, sex offense cases often involve little evidence aside from accusations - and false accusations of sexual offenses occur all the time. At the Law Offices of Ned Barnett, I have the experience to help judges and juries see when the accusations against you are actually lies conjured up by the supposed victim. I provide effective criminal defenses that take false allegations into account.

Contact a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney You Can Trust

The Law Offices of Ned Barnett has a reputation for high-quality defense in sex offense cases. I have great experience in a wide range of matters, including allegations of indecency with a child. I, attorney Ned Barnett, have been dedicated to excellence in the practice of law for more than 20 years, including experience as a former state and federal prosecutor. Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, I use this experience to help my clients achieve the best possible results.

Have you or someone you know been charged with indecency with a child? Contact the Law Offices of Ned Barnett at our firm today!