Depending on the gravity of the charge, a child under 18 can be certified as an adult, leading to adult-level legal ramifications, including years and decades in jail and a life long listing on the sex offender registry. When considering sex crime charges, kids, teens and their families cannot depend on the mercy that the criminal justice system can apply to people under the age of 18. Even 14 and 15-year-olds can be sent to an adult prison following a sex crime conviction.
If a family member or your child faces juvenile sex crime charges in Texas, the Law Offices of Paul Johnson can help. Attorney Paul Johnson has represented thousands of accused individuals since becoming a criminal defense attorney over 30 years ago, and has tried hundreds of criminal cases in court.
Your child could be accused of juvenile sex crimes even for childish sexual exploring and touching as well as the more serious charge of rape/sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault.
A conviction for juvenile sex crimes can affect the rest of a minor's life. They may have reduced employment opportunities, declined applications for colleges, and poor social standing. While it may seem like there is overwhelming evidence is compiled against your child, you have a chance to mount a forceful defense. If you or your child face serious criminal charges, contact the Law Offices of Paul Johnson, for a free initial consultation. Attorney Paul Johnson defends people throughout Texas, specifically in the counties of Dallas, Denton, Collin, Ellis, Johnson, Kaufman, Rockwall, Tarrant and many others.