Aggravated Sexual Assault
The Texas Penal Code carries laws against sexual assault that occur within certain circumstances. These “special circumstances” can lead to a charge of “aggravated sexual assault,” which carries a more severe penalty upon conviction.
The following are instances where the State of Texas can enter a charge of aggravated sexual assault if the accused:
- Causes serious bodily injury or attempts to cause the death of the victim or another person
- Causes the victim to fear that the death, bodily injury, or kidnapping of another person will occur
- Threatens to kill, injure, or kidnap another
- Uses or brandishes a deadly weapon such as a gun or knife
- The victim is younger than 14 years of age; 65 years of age or older, or is disabled
Aggravated Sexual Assault
The Texas Penal Code carries laws against sexual assault that occur within certain circumstances. These “special circumstances” can lead to a charge of “aggravated sexual assault,” which carries a more severe penalty upon conviction.
The following are instances where the State of Texas can enter a charge of aggravated sexual assault if the accused:
- Causes serious bodily injury or attempts to cause the death of the victim or another person
- Causes the victim to fear that the death, bodily injury, or kidnapping of another person will occur
- Threatens to kill, injure, or kidnap another
- Uses or brandishes a deadly weapon such as a gun or knife
- The victim is younger than 14 years of age; 65 years of age or older, or is disabled
Aggravated Sexual Assault Lawyer
Mario Madrid is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law. This is a distinction that less than three percent of attorneys in Texas have attained. Board Certification means an attorney has substantial, relevant experience in a select field of law as well as demonstrated, and tested, special competence in that area of law. There are more than 100,000 attorneys licensed to practice in Texas. Only 7,350 are Board Certified.
If you are charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault you need someone with the expertise necessary to represent you to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family. Mr. Madrid has practiced for over two decades successfully defending the accused of Aggravated Sexual Assault. He meticulously investigates the evidence and finds the holes in the State’s case that lead to dismissals and not guilty verdicts. When you are facing a prison sentence and a lifetime of registration as a sex offender you need someone in your corner with skill and experience of Mario Madrid, who will fight and defend your rights.
Sexual Assault Punishments in Texas
A conviction of aggravated sexual assault also will result in lifetime registration as a sex offender with the State of Texas. As a sex offender, that individual will be subject to severe restrictions on what jobs they can hold, where they live, and eligibility for a number of federal and state aid programs.
Aggravated Sexual Assault Charges Defense
Contact Criminal Lawyer Mario Madrid
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