Rape, by definition, is any non-consensual sexual intercourse. In the U.S., rape between non-spouses has historically been illegal. That said, prior to 1975, states had a “marital exception” to rape on the books. This exception made it legal for spouses to rape their partners … Read more
10 Differences Between Adult vs. Juvenile Criminal Cases
Criminal offenses committed by adults (age 18 or over) are treated much differently than crimes that are committed by minors (under the age of 18). Since the crimes are treated differently, there are major differences between how the court systems handle each type of case. Here … Read more
Is There a Statute of Limitations for Child Sex Crimes in Texas?
In Texas, the laws against sexual abuse and other sex crimes are very strict. While different states have varying statutes of limitations pertaining to these offenses, laws in the Lone Star State differ according to the crime. However, things are treated harshly if the victim of … Read more
Top 5 Most Serious Crimes in Texas
If you live in Texas or plan on visiting in the near future, you should try to avoid committing a crime as the offense could result in fines or jail time. However, there are some offenses that are considered a bit more serious than others. Some of the worst felony offenses in the … Read more
Laws and Penalties for Online Solicitation of a Minor in Texas
In Texas, the online solicitation of a minor is an offense that can have serious consequences. According to Texas’ criminal laws, you can’t knowingly or intentionally communicate with a minor about certain things of a sexual nature, and you can’t use online forums to try and … Read more
Can Texans Openly Carry Knives?
In September 2017, Texas lawmakers passed H.B. 1935 (the Texas Knife Law Reform Bill), which means that residents over the age of 18 are legally allowed to carry knives, machetes, sabers, spears and swords into most establishments in the state. More specifically, the law erased … Read more
