10/05/2026
When Lack Of Intent Does Not Apply - Lack of intent in Texas is not a defense for ignorance of the law. Someone can intentionally commit an act that they do not know is illegal and still be held criminally responsible for it.
Lack of intent also cannot be used as a defense to strict liability offenses. For a strict liability offense, the prosecution is not required to prove the defendant’s criminal intent, only that the defendant did the act. Learn more here: https://www.thelowelawoffices.com/lack-of-intent/