On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jan 18, 2017 | Sex Crimes
The Texas statutes concerning domestic violence have dramatically changed over the last few decades. Many of these laws now provide harsher penalties for abusers, but the state has also developed programs to help change the offender’s behavior. Although Texas...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Sep 21, 2016 | Sex Crimes
Over a dozen women were recently taken into police custody for allegedly engaging in sex-trafficking. All of the 15 who were arrested face charges of promoting prostitution, which is a felony. Others are also accused of conspiring to commit sex-trafficking while...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jul 7, 2016 | Sex Crimes
Although the school term has ended and most Texas students are enjoying their summer vacations, educators across the state are being charged for inappropriate actions that allegedly took place while school was still in session. At least five different educators have...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Mar 17, 2016 | Sex Crimes
Authorities in Texas recently arrested a local college student for allegedly taking advantage of another student while she was intoxicated. The sexual assault charges were filed after a fraternity party took place at an off-campus house. Although he was originally...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Mar 3, 2016 | Sex Crimes
A candidate for the position of Texas constable is currently behind bars after being indicted on sexual misconduct. The sexual assault charges include allegations of inappropriate touching of a minor. He has so far been arrested twice since the beginning of the New...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Aug 29, 2015 | Sex Crimes
A Texas high school band leader resigned from his position following serious criminal allegations. Charged with multiple felonies for what was described as an inappropriate relationship with one of his students, he is currently still behind bars. The investigation...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | Jul 7, 2015 | Sex Crimes
Texas parents have accused a local business owner of acting inappropriately with their daughter, and police apparently suspect that more teenage girls might have been involved. The gym owner in question was also a volleyball coach to the girls. Arrested on drug and...
On Behalf of Law Offices of Anthony B. Cantrell | May 14, 2015 | Sex Crimes
Two student athletes at the University of Texas will not be on the field with their teammates as a criminal investigation against them continues. Accused of sexual assault, the head football coach decided to suspend both of them from the team indefinitely. Although...