Blog Posts in September, 2016
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Megan’s Law – Effectiveness & Criticisms
Posted By The Law Office of Samuel R. TerryMore than two decades ago, 7-year-old Megan Kanka was murdered and sexually assaulted by her neighbor. After discovering that the man who committed the act was a convicted sex offender, Megan’s parents set in motion changes that would come to define the national policy towards sex offenders. Today the collection of laws which require individuals convicted of sexual crimes to register in publically ...Continue Reading -
Date Rape: What It Is and How You Can Be Charged
Posted By The Law Office of Samuel R. Terry, P.C.Different states define the act of rape with various legal terms and in Texas, it is known as sexual assault. The term “date rape” refers to a sexual assault committed by a person that is involved in or potentially involved in a relationship with the victim. Legally, a conviction for cases of sexual assault of any kind, including date rape, typically centers on discussions of consent. If a victim ...Continue Reading
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