Sex Crimes
Serving Texas with Over Four Decades of Experience
Denton Sex Crime Lawyer
Fighting to Protect Your Rights
When a person is charged with a sex crime, there will likely be extensive media attention devoted to the case. Suspects are treated as guilty before they ever have a chance to offer a defense, making it difficult to obtain a fair trial. This is why you need to reach out to our sex crime lawyers in Denton right away.
At the James H. Horton Law Firm, P.C., we provide aggressive representation to those who have been accused of sex crimes. Our lead attorney, Jim Horton, is a specialist in criminal law, as certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has handled hundreds of jury trials throughout the state, and he can use these skills to present a strong defense to the allegations you are facing. In addition, David Lowrance also has experience working as a police officer, and we know how the other side handles these kinds of cases.
Types of Sex Offenses
Many people want to put these accusations behind them as soon as possible and make the mistake of entering a plea without understanding the consequences of a conviction. We take the time to explain the possible defenses available to you.
Our criminal defense lawyers can help you if you have been charged with any of the following sex crimes:
What are the Penalties for Sex Crimes?
Many of these crimes care extensive prison sentences. In some situations, even a first-time offender could be looking at spending the rest of his or her life behind bars. In addition, those convicted will be forced to comply with the requirements of the state’s sex offender registry. This means that they will be facing restrictions on where they can live or work long after they have finished their prison sentences.
Sex Offender Registry
Being convicted of a sex crime can have life long affects if you have to register as a sex offender. The sex offender registry is online database that has your name, age, distinguishing characteristics and details about the crime that you were convicted of. This will impact future employment opportunites and make it increasingly difficult finding a place to live. That is why you need the help of an experienced sex crime attorney from James H. Horton Law Firm, P.C.
Defenses to Sex Crime Allegations
There are numerous approaches we could use to defend you from allegations of a sexual nature.
Some of the most successful defenses we have used for clients include approaches related to:
Get the Representation You Need
Should you be accused of a sex crime, you need to understand that prosecutors take these cases seriously. The state has been gathering evidence to use against you before you were even arrested for the offense. You need a powerful legal advocate on your side. As soon as you contact our experienced sex crime lawyers in Denton, we can immediately begin building your defense and preparing for trial.
The Difference With Our Firm
What Makes Us Stand Apart?
Jim Horton is the attorney you want on your side.“I can’t thank Jim enough for the years of service and friendship he and his associates have given to my family and me.”
He goes above and beyond to met his clients needs.“His staff and legal assistant all make you feel like family. I highly recommend this firm for your legal needs.”
Jim Horton is not only great lawyer but, a great person.
“I owe him a great deal of gratitude for everything he did to help me!”
I’ll always be indebted to him for the fantastic job he did for me.
“There’s not many people you can say in life have your back, Jim certainly had mine!”
You will LOVE the final outcome.
“I put my full trust in him and if needed you should do the same, trust me!”
