Houston Lawyer for Solicitation of A Minor Defense
If you or someone you know has been accused of criminal solicitation of a minor, call me,
Houston criminal defense attorney Ned Barnett, today. I am a board-certified
criminal defense attorney with over two decades of experience. I'm ready to help if you or a loved one has been accused of solicitation of a minor.
What is criminal solicitation of a minor?
Criminal solicitation of a minor occurs when an adult engages in sexually explicit communication with someone who is 17 years of age or younger.
- Engaging in sexually explicit interactions or conversations – including interactions on social networking sites or online chat rooms and forums
- Distributing sexually explicit materials (like photos) to a minor
- Communicating or arranging a meeting with a minor for sexual purposes
These types of charges are often a result of online interactions. The anonymity of the Internet often makes it difficult to know exactly who you’re talking to. A miscommunication or a case of mistaken identity can lead to a lifetime of hardships. If you are convicted of criminal solicitation of a minor:
- You may be forced to register as a sex offender
- You may face prison time and large fines
- You may have a hard time finding a job or a place to live
If you or a loved one is accused of criminal solicitation of a minor, I will protect your rights, thoroughly review all of the evidence, and work toward the best possible outcome for your case.
Are you seeking an experienced sex crime defense attorney?
I come from a long line of attorneys: my father, both of my grandfathers, and my great-grandfather were all respected Texas attorneys. Law is a family tradition, and I keep that tradition alive as one of Houston’s premier criminal defense attorneys. In addition to my 17 years as a criminal defense attorney, I spent eight years working as a state and federal prosecutor. I know exactly what you’re up against if you’ve been accused of a crime – and I know how to fight back and protect your rights.
To schedule your initial case consultation, please feel free to contact a Houston sex crime defense attorney from my firm by calling 713-222-6767.