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15110 Dallas Pkwy #400
Dallas, TX 75248
(972) 528-0478
15110 Dallas Pkwy #400
Dallas, TX 75248
(972) 528-0478
Years Defending Texans
Cases Dismissed
Criminal Cases Handled
Counties Served Across Texas
Available | Serving All of Texas
Your phone rings. It’s a detective. They want to “ask you a few questions” about a sex crime allegation. Your heart stops. In that moment, your entire world changes forever.
One accusation could destroy everything you’ve spent your life building.
Even if you’re completely innocent, sex crime charges create a nightmare that follows you everywhere – employers who won’t hire you, neighbors who whisper, a justice system that presumes guilt despite claiming innocence.
Don’t let one false allegation destroy decades of hard work.
Attorney Richard C. McConathy has gotten sex crime cases completely dismissed when the evidence didn’t support the charges. We’ve exposed lying accusers and turned DNA evidence into freedom. In over 6,000 criminal cases, we’ve developed proven strategies to fight back against prosecutors. If you’re under investigation, a Dallas defense attorney can step in immediately to protect your rights and build a strong case on your behalf.
Contact our experienced sex crimes attorney for a free consultation. Every hour you wait gives prosecutors more time to build their case against you.
If you’re accused of a sex crime, time is of the essence:
Don’t wait too long to contact our experienced attorney, or law enforcement will charge you, and “next thing you know, you’ll be standing behind bars and you’ll be way behind the eight ball.”
⚠️ Early legal intervention can significantly affect the outcome. The sooner you involve our attorney, the greater the chance of avoiding formal charges altogether.
Anyone facing sex crime accusations confronts charges that often stem from:
The stakes couldn’t be higher for those charged with sex crimes.
Convictions can result in decades in prison, mandatory sex offender registration, and permanent destruction of your personal and professional relationships. Many sex crime convictions require you to register as a sex offender for life, placing you on the sex offender registry with devastating consequences.
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📌 Each category of offense—from indecent exposure to online solicitation—carries unique defenses and legal nuances that require tailored legal strategies.
Our Dallas sex crimes defense attorney has successfully defended clients against a wide range of sex crime charges, including:
Some cases may even rise to the level of federal prosecution, especially when allegations involve interstate communication, child pornography, or trafficking. Learn how federal sex crimes are handled differently from state cases.
Sex crime convictions in Texas carry severe consequences that extend far beyond jail time. The penalties for sex crimes depend on the specific offense and your criminal history:
| Offense Level | Prison Time | Maximum Penalty | Common Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class B Misdemeanor | Up to 180 days | $2,000 | First-time indecent exposure |
| Class A Misdemeanor | Up to 1 year | $4,000 | Public lewdness, repeat indecent exposure |
| Third-Degree Felony | 2-10 years | $10,000 | Indecency with a child by exposure, child pornography possession |
| Second-Degree Felony | 2-20 years | $10,000 | Sexual assault, indecency with a child by contact |
| First-Degree Felony | 5-99 years or life | $10,000 | Aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault of a child |
Conviction for most sex crimes triggers mandatory registration under Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. This creates lifelong consequences that extend far beyond your prison sentence.
Lifetime Registration as a Sex Offender:
10-Year Registration Requirements:
Impact of the Sex Offender Registry:
💼 Strategic planning based on the evidence type, timeline inconsistencies, or police misconduct can make the difference between a conviction and a dismissal.
When sexual assault accusations are made, cases typically fall into two categories that require different defense strategies:
Physical Evidence Cases:
Outcry Statement Cases:
Police Investigation Tactics We Counter:
Fourth Amendment Protections:
Fifth Amendment Rights:
Due Process Violations:
Our sex crimes defense team works with leading experts to challenge prosecution evidence:
We have also successfully represented clients in nearby jurisdictions, including Denton County. Read more about how we approach sexual assault defense in Denton.
Our successful sex crime defense outcomes include:
Attorney Richard C. McConathy brings over 35 years of criminal defense experience to your sex crime case:
When you contact our firm, we immediately begin protecting your interests:
Time is critical when facing sex crime allegations. Every day that passes without experienced criminal defense representation can damage your defense.
The sooner we begin working on your sex crime case, the better we can protect your rights and build the best defense strategy. Our Dallas sex crimes defense attorney is ready to fight for you.
We understand the devastating impact that sex crime charges can have on your life, career, and family. Our experienced legal team will work tirelessly to protect your future and preserve your freedom when you’re accused of sex crimes.
Don’t let sex crime allegations destroy your life. Call now – your future depends on the decisions you make today.
Contact our sex crimes attorney immediately at (972) 528-0116 for a free consultation. We serve clients throughout Dallas County, including Dallas, Irving, Carrollton, Richardson, Plano, Garland, and surrounding communities.
“Richard’s team was tenacious. They told me they were gonna fight this to the end in court. I felt like he cared about me and my best interests and treated me like I was family. They were able to get the blood test dismissed and my case was dismissed. I can’t thank Richard and his team enough.”
“Luckily I was able to find an attorney Richard McConathy. I know there was people who had been sitting in there for several days trying to wait for an arraignment or to have somebody come bail them out and I was out of there in hours. The case was dismissed. It got expunged completely from my record.”
No. Exercise your right to remain silent and contact our attorney immediately. Our experienced attorney will evaluate whether cooperating with detectives serves your interests or whether we need to immediately limit law enforcement’s access to protect your rights.
Yes, Texas law allows sex crime convictions based on victim testimony alone without corroborating evidence. This makes experienced criminal defense representation essential to challenge credibility and expose inconsistencies.
Most sex crime convictions require registration as a sex offender for 10 years or life, depending on the specific criminal charge. This is why fighting sex crime charges aggressively is so important.
Many sex crime cases rely solely on outcry statements without physical evidence. This is where examining victim credibility, potential bias, motives, and timeline inconsistencies becomes essential to your defense strategy.
Sex crime convictions generally cannot be expunged in Texas. However, if criminal charges are dismissed or you’re acquitted, you may be eligible for expungement or nondisclosure orders.
The statute of limitations on sexual assault cases is very long in Texas, giving alleged victims plenty of opportunity to come forward even after a long period of time has passed.
Texas Department of Public Safety – Sex Offender Registration
Texas Sex Offender Registration Information
Texas Penal Code – Sexual Offenses
Texas Statutes – Chapters 21 & 22 – Direct access to Texas laws defining sexual offenses, including public indecency, indecency with a child, and sexual assault statutes.
The Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers
ATSA Resources – National organization focused on preventing sexual abuse through education and research on effective treatment and management strategies.
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