my couzin is 18 and his girlfriend is 16.would that be considered rape if they had sex.
2007-04-06 17:15:56 · 14 answers · asked by anelthebad 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Depending on which state they live in it could be considered statutory rape.
2007-04-06 17:24:59 · answer #1 · answered by charliecizarny 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, probably because he is over 18 and she is underage. If she ever gets pregnant or her parents find out about them having sex they can go to the police and file charges against him. Tell him to find a girl his own age (over 18) or to hold off having sex for a long time. Or his GF needs to be on the pill and use condoms if they have sex because charges really only happen if there is evidence of sexual conduct (ie pregnancy).
2007-04-08 16:42:14 · answer #2 · answered by Educated 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In a word: YES. Doubts exist that their State of residence allows age of (sexual) consent at 16; most all US states set the age when she (or he) blows out their 18th birthday candle.
Bottom line: they engage in sex now, by the law's view--boyfriend is a rapist--in league with the REALLY violent ones....and can be sent to prison, where he could be a cozy cellmate to a horny poor hugely muscular soul. Tell boyfriend it's only two more years of cold showers......he can hold out.
By the way, the word is correctly spelled "cousin". Use the spell checker when in doubt.
2007-04-07 00:24:24 · answer #3 · answered by Mr. Wizard 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Technically, it is not Statutory Rape, it is unlawful sex with a minor because of the age. Still a crime, but a lesser charge. Misdemeanor vs. class 2 felony.
2007-04-07 01:09:52 · answer #4 · answered by jccameofage 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As others have correctly pointed out, that is a matter of state law. Below is a list of relevant statutes by state, current as of 2003. It would be recommended to look up the current laws for your state of residence, as they do occasionally change. In the majority of states, the situation you described would not be considered illegal.
2007-04-07 00:47:10 · answer #5 · answered by T.Wang! 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If the girlfriend isn't trying to stop it.
It wouldn't be concerted Rape but maybe
Sexual Assault which could still hold the same punishment by Police
2007-04-07 07:54:13 · answer #6 · answered by cripplercar 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the State
2007-04-07 00:39:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
He need to check the state law for the age to have consential sex. It varies in different states.
2007-04-07 00:20:20 · answer #8 · answered by destine4_69 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Yes
2007-04-07 00:18:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
depends on the state. here in washington, no, it would only be illegal if he was more than three years older than her. however, if her DAD decides to say it was rape, then he raped her no matter what she says....
go to the library. check your local laws.
2007-04-07 00:24:14 · answer #10 · answered by Abdu Rahim 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋