Understanding the Consequences of a Sex Crime Conviction
In Texas, sex crime convictions come with severe penalties, including:

• Prison or Jail Time – Many sex offenses carry mandatory sentences, sometimes even life in prison.
  
  

• Sex Offender Registration – Depending on the charge, registration can be for years or even life, limiting housing, employment, and social opportunities.
  
  

• Social Stigma – A conviction can negatively impact your personal relationships and professional reputation.
  
  

• Loss of Rights – A felony conviction can strip you of certain rights, such as the right to vote or possess a firearm.
  

If you have been convicted of a sex crime, you may feel like there’s no hope, but an attorney can provide legal strategies to help lessen these consequences.

How a Sex Crimes Attorney Can Help
A dedicated sex crimes attorney can assist in the following ways:

Filing an Appeal
If errors were made in your trial, you may have grounds for an appeal. Common reasons for appeals include:

• Insufficient evidence

• Improper jury instructions

• Ineffective assistance of counsel

• Prosecutorial misconduct

Your attorney will review your case, identify legal errors, and file an appeal if applicable.

Seeking Post-Conviction Relief
Even if an appeal isn’t an option, post-conviction relief may be available, such as:

• Motion for a New Trial – If new evidence emerges or there was a procedural error, a new trial could be granted.
  
  

• Habeas Corpus Petition – If your constitutional rights were violated, you may be able to challenge your conviction.
  
  

• Sentence Reduction – Your lawyer may argue for a reduced sentence if mitigating factors exist.
  
  

Managing Sex Offender Registration Requirements
A sex crimes attorney can help with:

• Petitioning for early termination of sex offender registration

• Challenging incorrect registration requirements

• Advising on compliance to avoid further legal trouble