Sexual assault laws in Texas are notoriously complicated to navigate and this is true for both the victims and the accused. This is especially the case when a spouse or intimate partner is involved in the alleged assault. Dallas criminal defense lawyers Broden & Mickelsen have published a resource that aims to help the public understand Texas laws on sexual assault involving a spouse.
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer Mick Mickelsen, partner at Broden & Mickelsen says that “In some cases, people mistakenly believe that it is impossible to sexually assault a spouse because the couple is married. However, this is an outdated concept and no longer the law in any state in the country. In a handful of states, the law carves out narrow exceptions for sexual assault that takes place in a marriage and an individual may be charged with a less serious offense. However, this is not the law in Texas.”
The board-certified criminal appeals expert provides details on the following areas:
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Sexual assault in marriage under Texas Law
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Statute of limitations for sexual assault on a spouse in Texas
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Penalties for sexual assault on a Spouse in Texas
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Potential defenses against allegations of sexual assault on a spouse in Texas
About Broden & Mickelsen Criminal Defense Attorneys
Broden & Mickelsen are a team of criminal defense lawyers defending Texas-based clients in federal and state courts. With almost 1000 cases and a combined experience of over 50 years among them, Broden & Mickelsen have been the recipients of multiple awards and accolades including the prestigious Thomas Reuters’ Super Lawyer award.
The firm also serves as Texas Board of Legal Specialization certified experts in criminal law for trials and appeals and uses an aggressive and ethical representation strategy to get the best and most just results for their clients.
Sources:
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/leading-dallas-sex-crimes-lawyer-010800131.html