Indecency by Contact Lawyer in Georgetown 

Indecency with a Child by Contact Charges

If you have been accused of indecency with a child, your entire future is on the line. You may face serious criminal charges and penalties, including jail or prison time, fines, probation, and mandatory sex offender registration.  At Winters & Chidester, our defense team understands the gravity of this situation, and we are prepared to fight tirelessly on your behalf. When you choose us, you get a whole team of legal professionals working together to build the strongest possible defense for you. 

What Is Indecency with a Child by Contact? 

Indecency by contact is a serious sex crime in Texas. It is defined as sexual contact with anyone who is not the defendant’s spouse and is less than 17 years old. “Sexual contact” is defined as any contact, including touching through clothing, with a child’s genitals, anus, or breast, or causing the child to engage in the same, with the mouth, anus, or sex organs of a person for the purpose of arousal or gratification.  

Call our office today at (512) 961-4555 to schedule a consultation with an indecency by contact defense attorney in Georgetown. 

Penalties for Indecency by Contact in Texas

In Texas, the law imposes severe penalties on felony offenders, particularly for crimes like indecency with a child by contact. Such an offense, without exception, is a felony and mandates sex offender registration. 

A second-degree felony for indecency with a child through sexual contact includes: 

• Fines reaching $10,000 
• Prison time from 2 to 20 years 

A third-degree felony for indecency with a child by exposure leads to: 

• Fines up to $10,000 
• Prison time from 2 to 10 years 

Those convicted of felonies also lose several rights, including voting, owning or carrying firearms, and jury service. With a felony on their record, they also encounter numerous additional consequences, like challenges in securing employment and losing special licenses. 

What Are the Defenses to Indecency with a Child by Contact Charges? 

If you have been accused of indecency by contact, you need to take the situation very seriously. A conviction could result in years or decades behind bars, as well as a tarnished reputation. You could also lose your job, your family, and your future.  

Remember, however, that an arrest is not the same as a conviction. The prosecution has the burden of proving the crime beyond a reasonable doubt, and several defenses are available to you. Our indecency by contact lawyers can help you understand your legal options and work with you to build a strong defense strategy.