Dallas Statutory Rape Defense Attorney

Lawyer Representing Defendants Charged with Statutory Rape

Rape is a crime that is committed when a person forces him or herself upon another person to commit a non-consensual sex act.  Statutory rape is a crime that occurs when an adult has intercourse with a minor (person below the legal age of 18, but above the legal age of 14).  In Texas, statutory rape is a felony offense and convictions for statutory rape can result in jail time, fines, community service and probation.

What most people do not know about statutory rape is that it can be reported not only by the victim, but also someone who knows the victim.  For example, if a parent suspects that his/her 16 year old daughter is having intercourse with a person that is 18 years of age or older, the parent may report it to police.  Even in cases where the minor consented to sexual intercourse, the person he/she had sex with may be charged with statutory rape in the state of Texas.  This is actually quite common and once it happens, it can be devastating for both the minor and the adult.

People who have been charged with statutory rape need to take the time to meet with a qualifiedDallas sex crimes defense attorney.  It is essential that accused offenders have an experienced lawyer on their sides who is familiar with sex crime law and also familiar with the legalities and investigative process surrounding statutory rape cases.  People who choose to forgo representation often find that they are in over their heads once they are aggressively questioned by law enforcement and face prosecution from district attorneys.  This is why it is always a wise choice for accused statutory rape offenders to retain a sex crimes attorney from the onset of their criminal charges. 

Dallas Statutory Rape Defense Attorney

At D'Amore Law Firm, we represent individuals who have been charged with rape, date rape and statutory rape.  When clients obtain our services, they can rest assured that they will receive the dedicated legal counsel and representation they need to fight their statutory rape charges. 

If you or someone you know has been charged with statutory rape, now is the right time to get a Dallas sex crime defense lawyer involved!  Contact us today!