Georgetown Internet Sex Crime Defense Attorneys
Former Prosecutors Defending Your Rights
An internet sex crime accusation can have a huge impact on your life. Texas courts take these offenses seriously, and the mere allegation can have a lasting impact on your personal and professional life. You may face imprisonment, fines, loss of professional licenses, and even lifetime sex offender registration.
Winters & Chidester is here to help those who have been charged with an internet sex crime. Our Georgetown criminal defense attorneys are former prosecutors with over 10 years of legal experience, and we are well-versed in the tactics law enforcement and prosecutors use in these cases. Our team is here to help you build an effective defense against these terrible charges.
When you choose our firm, you can expect honest, straightforward legal advice and compassionate support. We are here to help you every step of the way.
Accused of an internet sex crime? Get the experienced counsel you need by calling our Georgetown defense attorneys at (512) 961-4555.
What Are Internet Sex Crimes?
Several offenses can fall under the general banner of an internet sex crime, including:
- Cyberstalking
- Revenge porn
- Online assault
- Online solicitation
- Child pornography
- Cybersex trafficking
- Sexting with a minor
- Online sexual exploitation of a minor
Some of these offenses are considered “sex crimes” based on their circumstances. For instance, cyberstalking does not necessarily have a sexual component. People can stalk one another online out of anger, revenge, or obsession. Cyberstalking becomes a sex crime only when it contains unwanted advances, lewd references, pornographic images, and so on.
Online Solicitation of a Minor
The elements of this crime include:
- Arranging to meet a minor for sexual purposes
- Having sexually explicit conversations with a minor online
If you are convicted of online solicitation of a minor, you will face severe, life-altering penalties, including:
- Fines up to $10,000
- Prison time up to 20 years
Online solicitation of a minor is a serious crime in Texas, and authorities aggressively prosecute alleged offenders. If you are convicted, you will face a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 20 years in prison, as well as a $10,000 fine. You will also be required to register as a sex offender in the state.
Our internet sex crime defense lawyers in Georgetown are here to help protect you from these accusations. We can fight to have the charges dropped or reduced.
Real People. Real Wins.
Review Some of Our Results to See for Yourself What We’ve Worked to Achieve
As Georgetown criminal attorneys, we recognize the importance of what we do. Our goal is to help our clients face brighter futures, all while protecting their constitutional rights to the fullest. We couldn't be more proud of the people we've helped and the lives we've changed.
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Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence
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Protective order denied Assault Family Violence
We represented a client accused of assault family violence whose alleged victim sought a protective order. During the contested hearing, we successfully prevented the issuance of the protective order.
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Case dismissed Assault Causes Bodily Injury of a Family Member
We represented a young man charged with assault causing bodily injury to a family member. After conducting our own investigation into the alleged victim, we met with the prosecutor, and the county attorney declined to prosecute the case.
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Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence
We represented a client accused of assault family violence who was being held in jail. We secured an agreement to reject the case before charges were officially filed, leading to our client's release and dismissal of the case within two days of hiring us.
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Case dismissed Assault Family Violence
We represented a client accused of assault family violence. The prosecutor offered probation, but we were able to secure a dismissal for our client.