Houston Child Abuse Lawyer

Defense Against Child Abuse Charges

Child abuse accusations carry a heavy impact on the reputation and future of the person accused. Just raising the issue of sexual abuse of a child brings the weight of society's condemnation of such crimes into play. The legal system is supposed to be based on innocence until proven guilty. Any such charges, however false or unsubstantiated, can have disastrous lifelong consequences if not properly handled. If you have been accused or arrested for child abuse, you need the services of an experienced and effective Houston family law attorney at the Law Office of Dan Kirby. Please call our offices if you are under investigation or have been charged with child abuse. We will answer all your questions, explain your rights and tell you what we can do to help you fight the charges.

We are experienced in handling the volatile nature of child abuse cases and understand the pressures and emotions that they create. We will listen to your side of the story and will fight for your rights to a proper and fair hearing. We will investigate all the evidence and testimony in an effort to protect you from the smear campaigns and rumor mongering that are often used as "evidence" in such cases. We are here to fight for you aggressively and we will take every measure necessary to protect your freedom and reputation.

Child Abuse Lawyer in Houston

Child abuse charges are most often brought against parents or professionals whose very livelihood depends on the trust and confidence of both children and their families such as teachers, doctors and clergy. It can be quite confusing and distressing for such people to be suddenly accused of such crimes as:

• Child molestation
• Child neglect or endangerment
• Child abuse and assault
• Child pornography

If convicted of such sex crimes, a person will face not only jail or prison time and heavy fines but also will face a lifelong registration as a sex offender. We are committed to providing you with the best counsel and will fight to protect your best interests and reputation.

If you have been arrested for child abuse contact a Houston chidl abuse lawyer today for a free consultation to discuss your rights and learn how we can help you.