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statutory rape question

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Mookow

Lifer
I was having an argument with my roommate over whether it is a felony. My roommate says no, I say it is. Anyone know for certain?
 
I have absolutely no clue, but it seems more misdemenor-worthy than felony....but that's just me
 
Statutory rape is illegal sexual activity between two people when it would otherwise be legal if not for their age. The actual ages for these laws vary greatly from state-to-state, as do the punishments for offenders. Many states do not use the actual term "statutory rape," simply calling it rape or unlawful sexual penetration. These laws rarely apply only to intercourse, but rather to any type of sexual contact. Dating someone without sexual contact cannot be considered a form of statutory rape, and is almost never illegal.

All states have an "age of consent," or an age at which a person can legally consent to sexual activity and can then no longer be a victim of statutory rape. Some states also have laws that look at the age difference between the two people as well as their individual ages. All states have laws that have restrictions on the relationship between the two people, changing the age of consent, or the penalty, for sexual relations between a person of authority, such as a teacher, assistant coach, or tutor. These laws change, and can vary depending on other circumstances.

A good site is Statutory Rape and the Age of Consent

 
LOL! That was harsh and sassy, Guyver01. 😀

To answer the question, yes, it is a felony. However, there was a bill in 1991 attempting to remedy the charges. However, the bill required that the age difference between the consenting minor and the adult was no more than four years.

I don't know if the bill passed, though. I doubt it.
 
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