{"id":5072,"date":"2026-10-28T02:09:22","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T02:09:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer-youth-worker-online-sex-crime-defense\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T03:29:51","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T03:29:51","slug":"online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer-youth-worker-online-sex-crime-defense","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer-youth-worker-online-sex-crime-defense\/","title":{"rendered":"Online Sex Crime Defense for Coaches and Youth Workers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-5071\" alt=\"Forensics lab with workstations running network analysis software and chain-of-custody forms for seized devices.\" src=\"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/forensics-lab-with-workstations-running-network-analysis-sof-photo.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/forensics-lab-with-workstations-running-network-analysis-sof-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/forensics-lab-with-workstations-running-network-analysis-sof-photo-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/forensics-lab-with-workstations-running-network-analysis-sof-photo-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/forensics-lab-with-workstations-running-network-analysis-sof-photo-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/forensics-lab-with-workstations-running-network-analysis-sof-photo.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Online Sex Crimes Defense | Frisco, Texas<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Accused of an Online Sex Crime as a Coach or Youth Worker?<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Barbieri Law Firm, an all-women criminal defense firm in Frisco, defends professionals facing online sex crime allegations in Collin County, Dallas-Fort Worth and across Texas. We review the evidence and explain your options from the first call.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19724241902\">Schedule a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.barbierilawfirm.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Heather Barbieri \u00b7 Published October 27, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<h2>Who This Page Is For and What an Online Sex Crime Charge Involves<\/h2>\n<p>Online sex crime defense for coaches and youth workers in Texas starts with understanding the charge. These cases usually begin with messages, images or account activity, not a physical encounter. This page is for coaches, youth workers and church staff who have learned of an investigation, and for the family members helping them.<\/p>\n<p>Texas law covers several kinds of online contact with minors. The central example is online solicitation of a minor. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/statutes.capitol.texas.gov\/Docs\/PE\/htm\/PE.33.htm#33.021\">Texas Penal Code \u00a7 33.021<\/a>, a person 17 or older commits an offense if, with intent to commit a listed sex offense, the person intentionally communicates in a sexually explicit manner with a minor or distributes sexually explicit material to a minor, over the internet, by text, or through a commercial online service. A &#8220;minor&#8221; under this statute is someone younger than 17, or someone the actor believes is younger than 17. For a broader overview, read our <a href=\"\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/\">online sex crimes defense guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>These cases often rest on chat logs, texts, social media messages, photos, videos and account records. Barbieri Law Firm defends online sex crime charges across Collin County, Dallas-Fort Worth and Texas. The firm represents professionals accused of these offenses, including people who work with young people.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If an investigation over online messages has reached you or someone you love, our team can review what you face and explain your options whenever you&#x27;re ready to talk. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19724241902\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.barbierilawfirm.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/two-detectives-review-case-documents-together-in-a-dimly-lit-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Two detectives review documents together in a dimly lit office, looking focused and professional.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>How These Cases Are Built and Where the Evidence Gets Examined<\/h2>\n<p>A defense review starts with the digital record. It asks what was said, who sent it, when, and on what device. Common evidence includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Message threads with dates and times<\/li>\n<li>Account records and login activity<\/li>\n<li>Phones, tablets and computers<\/li>\n<li>Any images or video, and how they reached the device<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether a real minor was involved is a separate question. The statute covers someone the actor believes is under 17. For more on that issue, see whether Texas requires a real minor.<\/p>\n<p>Each criminal case turns on the specific facts of the charge and the evidence offered in it. For the meeting offense, that includes proof that the person knowingly solicited a minor to meet, with intent that sexual contact or intercourse occur. The statute also says it is not a defense that the meeting did not occur. The statute lists limited defenses, including a marriage to the minor, or an age gap of no more than three years with the minor&#8217;s consent.<\/p>\n<p>A lawyer examines the context of each message, who controlled the account, when activity happened, and how the device was accessed. Each case turns on its own facts. Investigations may also involve the <a href=\"https:\/\/ojjdp.ojp.gov\/programs\/internet-crimes-against-children-task-force-program\">Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program<\/a>, which supports technology-facilitated child exploitation investigations.<\/p>\n<p>Statements to investigators can become part of the evidence. Read our guide on talking to police after an online investigation before answering questions.<\/p>\n<h2>What Happens After a Charge: Steps From the First Call Through Court<\/h2>\n<p>A case usually moves through several stages. Each stage gives you decisions to make.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Initial consultation.<\/strong> You describe the charge, bring your paperwork and ask questions. The consultation is confidential, and you decide whether to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Early proceedings.<\/strong> A magistrate hearing sets early terms, including bond conditions. Our guide on the magistrate hearing in online sex crime cases explains this stage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence review.<\/strong> We review the charging documents, the digital record and your account of events before any decision is made.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Options.<\/strong> We explain the paths open to you. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/statutes.capitol.texas.gov\/Docs\/PE\/htm\/PE.33.htm#33.021\">Section 33.021(f), Penal Code<\/a>, a Subsection (b) offense is a felony of the third degree, &#8220;except that the offense is a felony of the second degree if the minor is younger than 14 years of age or is an individual whom the actor believes to be younger than 14 years of age at the time of the commission of the offense,&#8221; while a Subsection (c) offense is a felony of the second degree. Under Subsection (f-1), the punishment for an offense under this section &#8220;is increased to the punishment prescribed for the next higher category of offense&#8221; if it is shown at trial that the actor committed the offense &#8220;during regular public or private primary or secondary school hours&#8221; and &#8220;knew or reasonably should have known that the minor was enrolled in a public or private primary or secondary school at the time of the offense.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Next steps.<\/strong> Depending on the case, these may include negotiation, motions or trial preparation. None of these paths leads to a set result.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The timeline varies by case and court schedule.<\/p>\n<h2>Job, Church and Youth Program Consequences to Plan For<\/h2>\n<p>A charge can affect current and future work with minors. That includes coaching, youth ministry and school-based roles.<\/p>\n<p>Employers, churches and youth programs make their own decisions. Those decisions are separate from the court process. They depend on the facts, the organization&#8217;s policies and the charge.<\/p>\n<p>Restrictions, including internet-use conditions, can appear as part of bond or a sentence. Which conditions apply depends on the charge and the outcome.<\/p>\n<p>Here is how to prepare before your first consultation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gather the charging papers, bond paperwork and any written notices.<\/li>\n<li>Write a dated timeline of messages and contacts while your memory is fresh.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid deleting, resetting or altering devices or accounts. Changing data can create new problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Bring these materials to your first meeting so the review starts with complete information.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Barbieri Law Firm for This Type of Case<\/h2>\n<p>Barbieri Law Firm is an all-women criminal defense firm based in Frisco, Texas. The firm defends professionals accused of sex crimes and assaultive offenses. Our online sex crime defense for coaches and youth workers in Texas covers the charge, the evidence and the next steps.<\/p>\n<p>The firm&#8217;s founding attorney is Heather Jean Barbieri, Board Certified, Criminal Law &#8212; Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Carrie Thomas is also one of the firm&#8217;s lawyers. Our lawyers review the evidence, including messages, account records and device data, and explain your options in plain language.<\/p>\n<p>We also tell you what is known and what is not. That helps you make decisions with clear information. No lawyer can promise how a case will turn out.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Questions About Online Sex Crime Charges for Youth Workers and Coaches<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I have to talk to police?<\/summary><p>Statements to investigators can become part of the evidence. Speak with a lawyer before answering questions, and read our guide on talking to police.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does Texas require a real minor for an online solicitation charge?<\/summary><p>Texas defines a minor to include someone the actor believes is younger than 17. Our guide on this question explains how the question arises.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will I lose my job if I am charged?<\/summary><p>Employers, churches and youth programs make their own decisions, separate from the court case. The firm reviews those specific risks with each client.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is the first consultation free?<\/summary><p>Yes, the initial consultation is free, confidential and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/details>\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Not sure what your next step is?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><\/details><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19724241902\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.barbierilawfirm.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/hand-resting-on-a-desk-beside-a-stack-of-documents-and-newsp-photo-2.jpg\" alt=\"A hand rests on a desk beside a stack of documents and newspaper clippings.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Barbieri Law Firm About Your Situation<\/h2>\n<p>If you have learned of an investigation over online messages, you can talk with Barbieri Law Firm about what comes next. A notice, a call from investigators or a charge against a family member can leave you unsure of your next move. Call (972) 424-1902 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.barbierilawfirm.com\/contact\/\">send us your case details<\/a> for a free, confidential initial consultation with no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p>Attorney responsible for this site: Heather Barbieri, Barbieri Law Firm, Frisco, Texas.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>Barbieri Law Firm, 17 Cowboys Way, Suite 175, Frisco, TX 75034. The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Results listed are not a guarantee or indication of future case results.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How our team approaches these cases<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confidential from the first call<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your free initial consultation is confidential and carries no obligation to continue. You can share the facts of your situation without commitment.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A review of the digital evidence<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We review the messages, devices, account records and the way the investigation was carried out, and explain what each piece of evidence may mean for your case.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Attention to your work and reputation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We understand what an accusation can mean for your job, your team and the families you serve, and we plan your defense with those concerns in mind.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear explanations at every stage<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our lawyers and staff explain each step, the choices in front of you and what to expect, so you can make informed decisions.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color\">Protect yourself: do not delete anything<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deleting messages, accounts, photos or files can create new problems and may be used against you. Avoid discussing the allegation with the complainant, parents or investigators before you speak with a lawyer.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19724241902\">Call (972) 424-1902<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.barbierilawfirm.com\/contact\/\">Call (972) 424-1902<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common circumstances we handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Messages sent through team or club accounts<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allegations often arise from texts, direct messages or group chats connected to sports teams, camps and programs. We examine who sent what, when, and from which account.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social media and direct messages<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look at the full conversation, including context, timing and whether the account was accessed by someone else, to understand what the record actually shows.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phones, computers and other devices<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Digital evidence is often incomplete or open to interpretation. We review how devices were seized, searched and preserved.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Investigations by schools, organizations and parents<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internal reports and family complaints can lead to police involvement. We help you understand how those reports fit into the criminal case.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Schedule a free, confidential consultation with Barbieri Law Firm.<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19724241902\">Call (972) 424-1902<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.barbierilawfirm.com\/contact\/\">Call (972) 424-1902<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/online-sex-crimes-defense-medical-professionals-texas\/\">Online Sex Crimes Defense for Medical Professionals in Texas<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/online-sex-crimes-trial-lawyer-texas\/\">Online Sex Crimes Trial Lawyer in Texas: Defending a Case Before a Jury<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/online-solicitation-indictment-grand-jury-texas\/\">Online Solicitation Indictment in Texas: What the Grand Jury Process Means for You<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/online-solicitation-of-a-minor-texas-penal-code\/\">online solicitation of a minor texas penal code<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/phone-passcode-police-online-sex-crime-arrest-texas\/\">Do You Have to Give Police Your Phone Passcode After an Online Sex Crime Arrest in Texas?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Accused over online messages as a coach, youth worker or church staff member in Texas? 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