AGGRESSIVE CRIMINAL DEFENSE OF TEXAS SEX OFFENSES INVOLVING MINORS

Being charged with child molestation or the sexual assault of a minor creates a stigma that is difficult to overcome. You can be sure that Steven Owsley & Associates will handle your case with the utmost discretion. Steven Owsley has been practicing law for over 20 years and understands how often people can be wrongfully accused of or overcharged for a crime.

Contact Houston, Texas child sexual abuse defense lawyer, Steven Owsley, today for a free initial consultation.

Facing charges for a sex crime can feel overwhelming. Whether or not the act was committed, others automatically perceive that the charged individual is guilty. Avoiding the stigmas associated with a Texas sexual assault can be very difficult.

If you have been charged with violating child abuse laws, Owsley & Associates can help. We offer personal attention, communication, and commitment to each client. In addition, he is confidential and responsive to client inquiries.

Owsley & Associates is based in Houston, Texas and provides extremely aggressive and highly experienced representation for defense of sex offenses in Texas state and federal courts.

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We have an emphasis on defense of sexual offenses, defending the rights of individuals charged with sex crimes including:

• Child sexual abuse
• Child sexual assault
• Child molestation
• Child pornography
• Rape
• Indecent exposure
• Sexual acts with a minor

False Allegations in Texas child sexual abuse cases.

False allegations may occur, most often in Texas child sex abuse situations. An adult may have influenced a child's allegation or the child may have based his or her accusation on an overactive imagination. Public awareness of child abuse in Texas has increased, and more reports of possible abuse are being made, but not all reports are substantiated. Also, even good-faith accusations may not be true and false allegations may be made to harm the accused. If you find yourself the victim of false allegations in Texas, we can help you take immediate action to defend yourself.

What To Do Legally?

If you are innocent of claims brought against you, you may assume that the truth will prevail. However, you must not passively sit back and wait if false accusations are raised. Even if you know that you are innocent, trust that the truth will win, or believe that the accuser will change his or her mind, you must immediately consult with an Texas attorney who can safeguard your interests and assist you in the charge being brought against you.

Upon contacting your attorney, apprise him or her of all relevant facts, voice your questions and concerns and keep him or her up to date of all developments after your meeting. Your attorney may ask you to get in touch with friends, neighbors, co-workers, family members and other individuals who may be willing to testify on your behalf.

Also, do not admit to anything you did not do. Sometimes, admitting to a lesser charge may seem easier than defending yourself, but a sex offense conviction has many long-lasting and far-reaching implications that can affect your future employment, friendships and family relationships. If you are falsely accused of a sex offense, you cannot risk delaying your defense; a criminal defense attorney can put you in the best position to avoid or defend against a false charge.

What Else Should I Do?

If the false accusation involves a Texas custody dispute, maintain a positive relationship with your children. They may not understand the allegations they have made against you and are not likely to be ultimately responsible for the false allegations. If the accusations involve children other than your own, remove yourself from situations where the children are present. If such situations are unavoidable, have another adult in attendance at all times that you are around children.

Even if you know the accusations are false, take them seriously and obtain legal help, but try to continue your normal life. It may be helpful to remind yourself that societal interests require that all Texas child sexual abuse accusations be investigated. Keep a positive attitude toward the situation, and be cooperative with Texas authorities, but firm in your position. With the strong legal support of an experienced criminal defense firm like Owsley & Associates, you will be in the best possible position to overcome the false allegations.

Conclusion

Other than serious violent crimes, child molestation carries the greatest risk for Texas state prison sentences, even for first-time offenders, and registration as a sex offender for life. Unfortunately, child molestation also carries a great risk of false accusations, whether influenced by an adult or arising out of the child's imagination. Contact Owsley 7 Associates as soon as possible to begin preparing your defense against false allegations.

Attorney Steven Owsley has over twenty years of extensive criminal law experience. With the experience of countless criminal jury trials behind him, Steven Owsley knows how to best present your case and protect your interests. Each member of our paralegal staff has an extensive background in criminal law and is well equipped to handle the demands of our practice to fully serve our clients.

WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS!

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