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sexual assault on a child

what are the minimum sentencing requirements for sexual assault on a child in texas?


Asked on 7/01/09, 4:14 pm

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Re: sexual assault on a child

It depends on the age of the child. If the child is under age 14, then it is a first degree offense punishable by 5-99 years or life imprisonment. If the child is under the age of 17, then it is a second degree offense punishable by 2-20 years imprisonment.

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Answered on 7/01/09, 4:22 pm


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