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What are the legal ramifications of a seventeen year old boy engaging in physical activity with a thirteen year old girl?
Asked on Oct 13th, 2011 on Criminal Law - Texas
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A 17 year old boy has consenting sex with a 13 year old girl. What are the legal ramifications if her mother decides to prosecute?
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This is a sexual assault. A 13-year-old girl cannot consent to sex in the State of Texas. You need to hire a lawyer, and do not make any statements to anyone before speaking with someone. This is the most serious situation a 17-year-old boy can find himself in, and you need to get him qualified legal help as soon as possible. The consequences of being accused of this type of felony are serious and they begin with prison and end with lifetime registration as a sex offender. Before you do anything else call a lawyer.
Answered on Oct 17th, 2011 at 2:14 PM
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Serious and immediate consequences. There is new law on this situation, but it is still a very serious situation and needs to be dealt with by competent legal advice. Don't wait!
Answered on Oct 15th, 2011 at 2:42 AM
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He is an adult and can be charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child because the girl is under 14. The girl cannot consent to sexual touch or contact of any sort until she is 17. It is not only if the parents of the girl decide to prosecute but if anyone in authority - a teacher, doctor, etc. learn of the activity they are required under law to report it and he will be prosecuted.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2011 at 11:44 PM
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Statutory rape. However, the law has changed and I would consult a sex crimes specialist in your county.
Answered on Oct 14th, 2011 at 5:57 PM