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Child Sex Crimes Defense \u00b7 Collin County<\/p>

Facing an Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Allegation in Collin County?<\/h1>

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By Heather Barbieri \u00b7 Published October 31, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Arrest Defense in Collin County<\/h2>\n

Aggravated sexual assault of a child is a first-degree felony in Texas, and an arrest on this charge is serious. An arrest is not a conviction. This guide explains the charge, what usually happens after an arrest in Collin County, and how a criminal defense lawyer approaches the case.<\/p>\n\n

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If you or someone you love was arrested for this charge, you do not have to face it alone. Call us to talk through what comes next. Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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What aggravated sexual assault of a child means under Texas law<\/h2>\n

Aggravated sexual assault of a child is defined in Texas Penal Code \u00a7 22.021<\/a>. The statute covers conduct such as causing the penetration of a child’s sexual organ, anus or mouth. It also covers contact between a child’s sexual organ, anus or mouth and another person.<\/p>\n

A victim younger than 14 is one of the aggravating circumstances in the statute. The offense is a first-degree felony. Under Texas Penal Code \u00a7 12.32<\/a>, the punishment is life or 5 to 99 years in prison, but \u00a7 22.021(f)<\/a> raises the minimum term to 25 years if the victim is younger than 10, or younger than 14 and the offense is committed in a manner described in \u00a7 22.021(a)(2)<\/a>(A). A fine of up to $10,000 is also possible.<\/p>\n

An arrest starts the process. It does not decide guilt. Charges are resolved through the court system, and each step matters.<\/p>\n

This page is for the accused adult. It is also for the parent, spouse, partner or friend who is trying to understand what comes next. For a broader look at this area, see our child sex crimes defense guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What happens after an arrest in Collin County<\/h2>\n

After an arrest, a case usually moves through booking, a first appearance before a judge, a bond decision and later court settings. Each stage can shape what happens next.<\/p>\n