If you are accused of a child sexual abuse crime in the state of Texas, the first plan of action is to obtain legal assistance with an experienced criminal defense attorney.

The most common types of child sexual abuse cases are the following:

• Aggravated Sexual Assault (against a child under the age of 17)
• Child Pornography (creation/manufacturing/distribution)
• Indecency with a Child (under the age of 17)
• Trafficking of a Child (intent to sexually exploit child under the age of 17)
• Aggravated Kidnapping (with intent to sexually assault or exploit a child under the age of 17)

WHAT ARE THE PENALTIES?

The penalties for child sexual abuse can vary by case. Most of these penalties are usually stronger than other sex crimes. Depending on the nature of the accusation, the potential punishment for child sexual abuse are the following:

First Degree Felony — Life imprisonment, or 5-99 years in prison plus a fine up to $10,000

• • Aggravated Sexual Assault
  • Aggravated Kidnapping
  • Trafficking of a Child
  • Sexual Performance by a Child (If under 14 years of age)

Second Degree Felony— 2-20 years in prison plus a fine up to $10,000

• • Indecency with a Child (determined case by case)
  • Possession of Child Pornography (With intent to distribute)
  • Sexual Performance by a Child (Between ages 14-17)

Third Degree Felony — 2-10 years in prison plus a fine up to $10,000

• • Indecency with a Child (determined case by case)
  • Possession of Child Pornography