Experienced Defense Against Child Pornography Promotion Charges in Texas
If you have been charged or are under investigation for Promotion of Child Pornography in Houston, you need an experienced and aggressive defense attorney to protect your future. In Texas, charges related to Child Pornography are extremely serious and carry harsh penalties, including lengthy prison sentences and lifetime sex offender registration.
At Scheiner Law Group, P.C., Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney Grant Scheiner and his legal team will carefully review the specifics of your case and develop the best possible strategy to protect your rights.
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What is Promotion of Child Pornography?
Promotion of Child Pornography is considered more serious than mere possession. Texas law presumes that possession of six or more identical images means the person intended to promote the material, which could result in enhanced charges and penalties.
As with Child Pornography Possession, Texas discovery rules prohibit defense attorneys from possessing copies of the evidence, and legal procedures around digital evidence, forensic investigations, and electronic tracking are highly complex.
Technological Investigations & Law Enforcement Tactics
✔ Advanced tracking software & forensic tools – Authorities use IP address monitoring, peer-to-peer network tracking, and metadata analysis to identify suspects.
✔ Task forces and undercover operations – Agencies conduct sting operations and use hash values to locate suspected material.
✔ Search warrants and digital seizures – Law enforcement obtains warrants to confiscate computers, cloud storage, external hard drives, and other digital devices.
Attorney Grant Scheiner is a Past Chair of the Computer & Technology Section of the State Bar of Texas, making him uniquely qualified to defend digital evidence cases. His deep understanding of forensic investigations and cybersecurity allows him to challenge the methods used by law enforcement to build cases against individuals.
Texas Penalties for Promotion of Child Pornography
State vs. Federal Charges
✔ Child Porn charges can be prosecuted in state or federal court.
✔ Federal cases typically involve interstate or foreign commerce, while state cases involve offenses committed within Texas.
✔ Cases can be transferred between state and federal courts, impacting sentencing and legal strategy.
Texas State Penalties (Tex. Pen. Code § 43.26 & § 43.25)
✔ Second-Degree Felony – 2 to 20 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine if convicted of one prior offense.
✔ First-Degree Felony – Enhanced to 5 to 99 years or life in prison if convicted of one or more prior offenses.
✔ Mandatory lifetime Sex Offender registration – Severe restrictions on housing, employment, and daily activities.
Under Texas law, Promotion of Child Pornography includes:
✔ Transmitting, distributing, or sharing digital files, whether online or through personal devices.
✔ Mailing, delivering, selling, or advertising any material depicting a child or children.
Defenses Against Promotion of Child Pornography Charges
✔ Lack of Knowledge or Intent – Files may be downloaded accidentally, auto-saved, or unknowingly cached by a web browser.
✔ Unlawful Search & Seizure – Law enforcement must follow strict legal procedures to search your devices. If they fail to do so, evidence may be suppressed.
✔ Mistaken Identity or False Accusation – Shared devices, unsecured networks, or computer viruses could lead to wrongful accusations.
✔ No Actual Promotion – The prosecution must prove active distribution, not just possession.
If you are under investigation or have been charged, contact Scheiner Law Group immediately for an aggressive defense strategy.
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What Should You Do If You Are Charged?
✔ We advise our own clients: Do NOT speak to law enforcement. Anything you say can and often will be used against you.
✔ We advise our own clients: Do NOT attempt to delete or erase files. This could be interpreted as evidence tampering.
✔ We advise our own clients: Do NOT discuss your case with anyone except your attorney.
At Scheiner Law Group, P.C., we will:
✔ Analyze the evidence for inconsistencies and errors.
✔ Challenge unlawful search and seizure procedures.
✔ Identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case to fight for a dismissal or reduced charges.
Your Future is at Stake – Get the Right Legal Defense
Possession of Child Pornography and Promotion of Child Pornography charges are among the most serious offenses in Texas and can result in devastating consequences, including long prison sentences and lifelong restrictions.
At Scheiner Law Group, P.C., we aggressively defend clients facing these charges, using cutting-edge legal strategies to challenge forensic evidence, digital tracking, and improper law enforcement tactics.
Call 713-783-8998 now to speak with an attorney