Sexual Assault Defense Attorney in Midland

A Former Chief Felony Prosecutor Now Fights for the Defense

When the state charges someone with sexual assault in Midland, prosecutors, investigators, and other resources go to work immediately. Attorney Tommy Hull knows how the state builds these cases from his years as a former chief felony prosecutor for the state of Texas. He uses that knowledge to scrutinize the prosecution’s case and prepare the defense.

Tommy W. Hull, PC has defended clients throughout Midland County for over 15 years, extending that representation to Odessa. Hull evaluates the accusation, the state’s evidence, and the circumstances surrounding the alleged encounter before building an individualized defense. Prompt legal guidance is important because sexual assault allegations can affect a person’s freedom, reputation, employment, housing, and personal relationships before the criminal case is resolved.

Facing a sexual assault charge requires immediate action. Call Tommy W. Hull, PC at (432) 223-0044 for a free, confidential consultation.

Individualized Sexual Assault Defense in Midland County

Sexual assault cases are fact-intensive and can turn on witness accounts, digital communications, physical evidence, and the circumstances surrounding the allegation. Some involve conflicting descriptions of a private encounter with no neutral witness. Hull examines the evidence supporting each element prosecutors must prove beyond a reasonable doubt.

His approach is detail-oriented and aggressive, with individualized attention for every case. His experience as a former chief felony prosecutor helps him anticipate how the state may organize witness testimony and other evidence. He then identifies inconsistencies, evidentiary weaknesses, and legal issues that can shape the defense.

Hull has earned recognition from The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and Three Best Rated across multiple years. His trial record includes a Not Guilty jury verdict on a charge of Burglary of a Habitation Committing Sexual Assault. Past results don’t predict future outcomes, but they reflect what a well-prepared defense can accomplish.

Clients receive honest guidance throughout the criminal process, including difficult information when it matters. Hull explains the available information, the legal choices ahead, and the potential consequences so each client can make informed decisions about the defense.

Sexual Assault Charges Under Texas Law

Texas Penal Code Section 22.011 defines sexual assault through specified sexual acts committed without the other person’s consent or involving a child. Lack of consent can involve force or threats, incapacity or unconsciousness, or the administration of an impairing substance without the other person’s knowledge. The facts alleged, the parties’ ages, and the circumstances of the encounter determine how the offense is classified.

Sexual assault is generally classified as a second-degree felony, carrying 2 to 20 years in prison and fines up to $10,000. In circumstances specified by that provision, the offense can be classified in the first degree. A charge doesn’t require an allegation that a weapon was used or that visible injuries occurred.

Texas Penal Code Section 22.021 classifies aggravated sexual assault as a first-degree felony, carrying 5 to 99 years or life in prison, with the same fine ceiling. Aggravating circumstances include:

• Serious bodily injury
• The use or exhibition of a deadly weapon
• An alleged victim younger than 14
• A person who’s elderly or disabled

Administration of certain substances as part of the alleged offense can also affect the charge.

Beyond incarceration, a conviction carries mandatory lifetime registration on the Texas Sex Offender Registry under Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. That consequence follows a person long after any sentence is served.

Defense Strategies for Sexual Assault Cases in Midland

Hull evaluates every sexual assault accusation on its own facts. The review may cover statements from the accused and the complainant, witness accounts, and communications such as text messages or social media. He also examines forensic and identification evidence and the conduct of investigators. The available facts determine which defenses, pretrial motions, or negotiations warrant consideration.

Key defense approaches include:

• Consent: When evidence supports that the complainant willingly participated, consent is a recognized defense. It isn’t available when that person was legally incapable of consenting because of age or another condition defined by Texas law.
• False allegations: Accusations motivated by personal disputes, custody conflicts, or revenge can be challenged when the evidence points to that origin.
• Insufficient evidence: The defense can challenge whether the prosecution has evidence to prove every element of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt.
• Suppression of evidence: Evidence gathered through an unlawful search, an improper interrogation, or another violation of applicable legal requirements can be challenged before trial.
• Mistaken identity: Alibi evidence, witness accounts, digital records, and DNA evidence can affect the defense when identification is disputed.
• Pre-trial motions and plea negotiations: Depending on case circumstances, there may be strong pre-trial options worth pursuing before the matter reaches a jury.

Start Your Defense Today

A sexual assault charge puts freedom, reputation, and future employment at risk. A defense attorney who understands how the state prosecutes these cases in Midland County can identify evidentiary weaknesses, legal issues, and available options. Tommy W. Hull, PC offers a free consultation to discuss the charges and what a defense strategy can look like for your situation.

Call (432) 223-0044 today to speak with Attorney Hull confidentially. The sooner you act, the more options may be available to your defense.