Aggravated Sexual Assault Defense Lawyer in Dallas, TX

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Dallas-Fort Worth Lawyer Aggressively Defends Against Rape and Aggravated Sexual Assault Charges

Few criminal charges carry the stigma and severe penalties of aggravated sexual assault charges in Texas. A conviction for this type of crime can mean decades in prison, mandatory sex offender registration, and irreversible damage to your personal and professional life.

If you’ve been accused of this crime, you need Dallas criminal defense attorney Tim Clancy in your corner—he understands the high stakes, the law, and knows how to fight aggressively on your behalf.

Call (972) 908-0693 to schedule a free consultation with our criminal law firm. Your freedom and reputation are on the line, you need the best sexual assault lawyer on your side of the aisle.

We Can Help You Avoid A Conviction For Aggravated Assault!

If you have been charged with rape or felony aggravated sexual assault, you need to understand your rights, the law and how to choose an attorney that will help you fight back and avoid a conviction.

On this page, defense attorney Tim Clancy will explain the law, and how he defends clients against aggravated sexual assault charges in Dallas area and surrounding areas.

Understanding Aggravated Sexual Assault in Texas

Under Texas Penal Code § 22.021, a person has committed aggravated sexual assault when they intentionally or knowingly cause another person to engage in a sexual activity without their consent. This offense carries several aggravating factors, including:

• Causing serious bodily injury or attempting to cause death during an assault
• Using, displaying, or threatening with a deadly weapon (e.g., gun, knife)
• Sexual assault involving multiple offenders (gang sexual assault)
• Assault of a child under 14, elderly person, or disabled person
• Use of date-rape drugs (Rohypnol or GHB)

Sexual Assault vs. Aggravated Sexual Assault

Both of these offenses involve non-consensual sexual contact, but aggravated sexual assault charges carry significantly harsher penalties, due to their classification as first-degree felonies.

Penalties For Aggravated Sexual Assault Convictions

Aggravated sexual assault is a first-degree felony in Texas, one of the most serious classifications under Texas state law.

Penalties Include:

• 5 to 99 years to life in prison
• Fines up to $10,000
• Mandatory sex offender registration
• Possible lifetime parole supervision

Long-term Impact

Even after prison, your name can remain on the Texas Sex Offender Registry—which will restrict your chances at finding work, housing, or custody of your children. You will also be barred from schools, parks, and living near certain public areas.

Defense Strategies Used To Fight Aggravated Sexual Assault Charges

Remember that every case is unique, but an effective defense strategy can help you avoid a conviction, have your charges reduced, and avoid the worst penalties associated with your crime.

• Was Consent Given: Is there evidence showing that the alleged victim willingly participated in the sexual activity?
• False Allegations: Accusers may lie due to jealousy, revenge, custody disputes, or mental illness. We can cross-examine and use private investigations to expose the truth.
• Reasonable Doubt or Lack of Evidence: These cases often rely on conflicting testimony. Lack of physical injuries or inconsistencies in the accuser’s story can help create reasonable doubt.
• Mistaken Identity: Eyewitness errors, especially when the victim was intoxicated or unfamiliar with the suspect, can be challenged with alibi witnesses and digital evidence.
• Illegal Search or Arrest: If police violated your rights, we can suppress evidence obtained through unlawful searches, improper Miranda warnings, or coerced confessions.

Next Steps If Accused of Aggravated Sexual Assault

• Do Not Speak to Police: Politely decline to answer questions until your lawyer is present.
• Preserve Evidence: Save any messages, social media posts, videos, or anything that supports your side of the story.
• Avoid Contact with the Alleged Victim: No direct or third-party communication. Violating a protective order can lead to more charges.
• Contact an Experienced Assault Defense Attorney Fast: Early legal action can lead to dropped charges, dismissals, or favorable plea deals before trial.

How Tim Clancy Can Help You Fight For Your Freedom

When you hire Tim Clancy, you are hiring an attorney that will work tirelessly to protect your rights and avoid a conviction. From beginning to end you can expect him to:

• Thorough Case Evaluation: Analyze and dissect the prosecution’s case and develop tailored defense strategies.
• Challenging Evidence: File motions to suppress illegally obtained or unreliable evidence.
• Negotiating with Prosecutors: Seek reduced charges, probation, or lighter sentencing where appropriate.
• Trial Defense: Aggressively defend you in court, cross-examining witnesses and presenting favorable evidence.
• Post-Conviction Support: Help with appeals, parole, and registry compliance if a conviction cannot be avoided.

Note: We cannot guarantee an outcome, but we always fight for the best possible outcome, which are based on the facts of your case. Results will often be far better than if you were representing yourself or an attorney without the skill and experience needed to fight these types of charges.

Contact a Sexual Assault & Sex Crimes Defense Attorney

Tim Clancy uses his familiarity with local law enforcement and the courts to defend his clients aggressively. If you are facing sexual assault or other sex-crime charges and need an experienced Texas trial lawyer, Tim can help.

For additional information about sex crime laws, or to discuss your matter in confidence with an experienced criminal lawyer, please schedule a confidential consultation by calling us at (214) 550-5771. If you prefer, fill out the contact form in the left margin and we will contact you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Is aggravated sexual assault a felony in Texas? Yes, it is a first-degree felony—one of the most serious charges under Texas law.
• Can I go to prison even if this is my first offense? Yes. Aggravated sexual assault carries a minimum sentence of 5 years, even for first-time offenders.
• Will I have to register as a sex offender? Yes. Conviction results in mandatory sex offender registration—possibly for life.
• What if I didn’t use a weapon? A weapon is just one of several aggravating factors. You can be charged even if no weapon was involved.
• Can a charge be dropped? Sometimes, but you need a skilled defense attorney to challenge the case and negotiate with prosecutors—especially if the evidence is weak or uncorroborated.

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