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Charged With Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child in Collin County?<\/h1>

Barbieri Law Firm, an all-women criminal defense firm in Frisco, will review the allegations, the evidence and the charge with you and explain your options. Your first consultation is free, confidential and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p>

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By Heather Barbieri \u00b7 Published November 1, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Charge Review in Collin County, Texas<\/h2>\n

An aggravated sexual assault of a child charge review starts with one question: exactly what is the State charging? Under Texas law, this offense is a first-degree felony. This page explains the charge, what a review covers, and the early steps that can shape your loved one’s case.<\/p>\n\n

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If your loved one has been charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child, our team can review the charge and the next steps with your family. 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 a sexual assault with a legal aggravating circumstance. Texas defines the offense in Texas Penal Code \u00a7 22.021<\/a>. It is a first-degree felony.<\/p>\n

The statute covers penetration or sexual contact that the law describes in detail. It adds an aggravating circumstance, such as a victim younger than 14. For child victims, the statute applies whether or not the actor knows the child’s age.<\/p>\n

Texas law defines a child as a person younger than 17 years of age (Texas Penal Code \u00a7 22.011<\/a>).<\/p>\n

The punishment range comes from Texas Penal Code \u00a7 12.32<\/a>. A first-degree felony carries life or a term of 5 to 99 years in prison. A fine of up to $10,000 can also apply.<\/p>\n

In some listed situations, the minimum prison term rises to 25 years under Texas Penal Code \u00a7 22.021(f)<\/a>, while the general first-degree range under \u00a7 12.32<\/a> is life or 5 to 99 years. One example is a child younger than 10 at the time of the offense.<\/p>\n

Two points matter from day one. A review of the case starts with the charge and the facts alleged in it.<\/p>\n

Assault, Indecency or Sexual Assault: How the Charge Is Classified<\/h2>\n

The charge turns on the conduct alleged, the child’s age and any aggravating fact the State claims. Each category carries its own felony level.<\/p>\n