QUESTION
If someone meets a girl at a bar and she turns out to be underage and he has no knowledge is he held legally responsible if any tomfoolery go on?
Asked on Jan 07th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Louisiana
7 ANSWERS
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Alhambra, CA
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Francis John Cowhig
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He can be.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2013 at 1:50 PM
James Edward Smith
Yes, ignorance of the law is not a defense.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2013 at 1:50 PM
Gary Moore
If she is less than the age of consent, she could not consent and that person faces a potential aggravated sexual assault charge. Call me.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2013 at 1:50 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Yes in most States even if they lie and have fake ID you are still guilty of statutory rape if you have sex with her. In Michigan 15 will get you 15 years.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2013 at 1:50 PM
Yes. It's statutory. Whether the guy knows or not is irrelevant.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2013 at 1:49 PM
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Law Offices of Matthew Murillo
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Yes. I you are unsure of the age, ask. The bar could also be liable for allowing her in or serving any alcohol.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2013 at 1:49 PM
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George E. Downing, Jr. Attorney at Law
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Yes. He could be facing indecent behavior with a juvenile and/or carnal knowledge of a juvenile. Sentence up to 5 years.
Answered on Jan 10th, 2013 at 1:48 PM