Blog Post
Overview of Sex Crimes in Texas
3/21/2026
Sex crimes in Texas are among the most serious offenses, carrying severe legal and social consequences. Under the Texas Penal Code, sex crimes encompass a range of unlawful sexual conduct, including:
Sexual Assault: Non-consensual sexual contact involving force, threats, or coercion.
Statutory Rape: Sexual activity with a minor below the age of consent, even if the minor agrees.
Possession of Child Pornography: Possessing, distributing, or producing sexually explicit material involving minors.
Solicitation of a Minor: Attempting to engage a minor in sexual activity through communication, including online messages.
Sexual Abuse of a Minor: Exploitative sexual conduct between an adult and a minor.
Sex Trafficking: Recruiting, transporting, or coercing individuals—including minors—for commercial sexual exploitation.
Penalties for these offenses range from several years in prison to life sentences. Most convictions also require registration as a sex offender, imposing long-term restrictions on employment, residence, and social interactions.
Arlington Criminal Attorneys
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Arlington, TX 76018