Sex Crime Lawyer
MARK A. PEREZ, ATTORNEY AT LAW
Experienced Defense Attorney Handling Sex Crime Charges
Every sex crime charge has its own unique issues and challenges and carries a serious impact on someone’s life if convicted. A serious stigma is attached to even an accusation involving a sex crime. This is in addition to the extreme severity involved in immediate consequences of sex crime charges (mandatory prison and sex offender registration).
I am an experienced Dallas sex crime defense attorney, Mark A. Perez, and I understand the gravity of these situations. I am committed to bringing over 35 years of complex criminal litigation experience to aggressively defend you and help you move toward the best possible outcome.
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PROTECTING YOUR FUTURE AND YOUR LIBERTY
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The Serious Reality of Sex Crime Allegations in Texas
Sex crime allegations in Texas are treated with exceptional seriousness by law enforcement and prosecutors, often triggering aggressive investigations long before formal charges are filed. In many cases, an accusation alone can lead to arrest, search warrants, seizure of electronic devices, and significant disruption to family life, employment, and personal reputation. These cases are rarely straightforward.
They often involve minimal physical evidence, emotionally charged testimony, and complex legal standards that require careful navigation.
Texas prosecutors frequently pursue these cases with the assumption that juries will react strongly to the nature of the allegations. This makes early legal intervention critical. Statements made to police, digital communications, or actions taken before understanding your rights can unintentionally harm your defense. A knowledgeable sex crime lawyer understands how to step in immediately to protect clients from compounding mistakes and to control the narrative before it becomes one-sided. Strategic defense planning from the outset can influence bail conditions, charging decisions, and the long-term direction of the case.
What An Experienced Sex Crime Defense Attorney Can Do For You
Sex crime cases demand individualized defense strategies; No two allegations arise under identical circumstances. A skilled sex crime defense attorney evaluates every detail, including how the accusation originated, the relationship between the parties involved, and whether proper investigative procedures were followed. Law enforcement errors, improper interviews, and constitutional violations frequently play a critical role in defending these cases.
False allegations, misidentification, misunderstandings, and coercion are not uncommon, particularly in emotionally charged or highly personal disputes. In some situations, accusations arise from custody battles, personal vendettas, or misinterpreted communications. A seasoned sex attorney understands how to identify these underlying issues and present them effectively without inflaming juror bias.
Additionally, many sex crime prosecutions rely heavily on forensic interviews, digital evidence, or expert testimony. An experienced lawyer for sex crimes knows when and how to challenge forensic methods, question expert conclusions, and expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. This level of analysis is essential to creating reasonable doubt and protecting a client’s future when facing sex crime charges
Common sex crimes we handle include, but are not limited to:
Sexual assault/rape: Whether your situation involves date rape, statutory rape, or aggravated assault, I can develop an effective defense strategy.
Sexual assault of a child: It is important to seek legal help immediately to protect your reputation and your rights.
Indecency with/injury to a child: While this is a lesser charge than sexual assault, it can still involve a mandatory minimum sentence.
Internet sex crimes: This may include online harassment, solicitation, or charges relating to child pornography.
Indecent exposure and public lewdness: As an experienced lawyer, I can mitigate damage to your record if an acquittal isn’t possible.
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Why Early And Strategic Legal Action With A Sex Crime Defense Attorney Matters
Timing is one of the most critical factors in sex crime defense. Waiting too long to consult a sex crime attorney can severely limit available defense options. Evidence can be lost, witnesses’ memories may fade, and damaging narratives may solidify before the defense has an opportunity to respond.
Early representation allows counsel to advise clients on interactions with law enforcement, preserve favorable evidence, and, when appropriate, engage investigators or experts to counter the prosecution’s claims. In some cases, proactive legal advocacy can prevent formal charges from being filed altogether. When charges are unavoidable, an early strategy can still influence bond conditions, pretrial motions, and case posture heading into negotiations or trial.
An experienced sex crime lawyer approaches each case with discretion, urgency, and a deep understanding of how prosecutors build these cases. This proactive approach often makes a measurable difference in outcomes.
What Is At Stake
Unfortunately, in sex crime cases, knowing you are innocent is not the same as being able to prove it. Even if you know you did not commit any crime, you cannot afford to take any chances with your future by trying to defend your rights on your own.
The consequences of a sex crime conviction in Texas depend on whether the charges are for a first or second-degree felony. A second-degree offense can have a fine of up to $10,000 and time in a state prison of up to 20 years. A first-degree offense can also have the same fine, but the prison time can last as long as 99 years.
My Defense Strategies as a Sex Crime Defense Attorney
What makes these charges especially problematic, particularly when they involve children, is that the victims tend to be extremely sympathetic. The public is inclined to find these children credible, asking why the children would make up such stories.
The real challenge is to unearth any kind of inconsistency, attack the credibility of the children in a way that doesn’t offend by showing they are being coached or have ulterior motives, and make a jury understand that the children didn’t correctly perceive this.
Trial-Ready Advocacy and Negotiation Experience With a Sex Crime Defense Attorney
Sex crime cases frequently hinge on credibility, expert interpretation, and procedural precision. A trial-ready sex crime lawyer prepares every case as if it will be presented before a jury, even when negotiation or dismissal is the ultimate goal. Prosecutors are more likely to reconsider weak cases when they face a defense attorney with proven litigation experience and a willingness to challenge every aspect of their evidence.
Talk to a Sex Crime Defense Attorney for Discreet And Nonjudgmental Representation
I have extensive experience in building these cases for litigation to aggressively protect my clients’ rights and attack the prosecution’s case. I am ready to do the same for you.
Se habla español. For effective, knowledgeable, and aggressive defense against date rape charges and other sex crimes, you can rely on Mark A. Perez, Attorney at Law. I am proud to serve Dallas, Texas, and the surrounding areas. Call 214-752-0505 or contact me online to schedule a free consultation.
