This isn't about me but a friend of minds mother is trying to file charges on her boyfriend because she's pregnant, is that possible?
2007-05-02 13:39:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It depends on the state. Some states allow a 2-year difference. Some say 17 is still a minor, and not liable for statutory rape until 18.
If it is illegal in that state, then consent doesn't matter. Even if she initiated it, he could be prosecuted. Jail, sex offender list forever, not to mention on the hook for child support. Smooth move, Romeo.
He needs to get an attorney now and not say anything to anybody.
2007-05-02 13:57:47 · answer #1 · answered by trader_dude_turned_surfer 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Some pretty good answers out there. Both could be charged depending on the state. At the same time, neither may get charged.
But most are missing the bigger issue, why is it that this mother is looking to punish the 17 year old when it is her daughters fault also. I am sorry, but 15 is still old enough to know better. If it was actual forcible rape it is a completely different question and the ages are irrelevant, but to reck this guys life when both are to blame is just crazy.
How about actually getting some personal responcibility and raise the child together? I married my wife after knowing her a little over a two months. She was with child and it was the right thing for me to do. Sure we struggled at first, but with a commitment to make this work and grow as mature adults, we have been happily married now for 6 years.
When we make a mistake, stop looking to take it out on someone else.
2007-05-02 17:36:09 · answer #2 · answered by Nate 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends. If both parties consent (which I'm assuming is the case, otherwise it would be rape without a doubt), most states have a maximum age difference to consent. I think it's 2 years here. Say the boy is 18 and the girl is 17, even though legally she's a minor, the age difference would be the deciding factor in a prosecution. In short, you friend's mother doesn't stand a chance, and the prosecuting attorney should have already told her that. Aside from rape or statutory rape, there are different violations that he could possibly be prosecuted for, like sexual misconduct. It all depends on the laws in your state.
2007-05-02 13:52:55 · answer #3 · answered by srt_4everyone 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What really matters is what state they both live in and what the "age of consent" is.
For example, in the state of New York, people are considered to be "legally consenting" to sex at age 17. Therefore, if he was 17 and she was 15 , charges could be pressed. If she is indeed pregnant and he is indeed the father of the child, DNA would PROVE that they had sex when she was not consenting.
One option, if she chooses to keep the baby, would be for the two of them to get married, and if they do, they would both be consideredc " emancipated minors, " therefore elimination the parental controls.
Honestly, her mom is just probably " mad as H*LL " and is just venting right now..... I know I would be if my kid got prgnant at 15....
Tell your friend god luck and to finish school
Peace!
2007-05-02 13:52:09 · answer #4 · answered by patricia B 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is possible. Just because it isn't forcible rape, does not mean it's not "rape" by the statutory definition, especially given the ages of the two. She is under the age of consent in almost all jurisdictions in the USA. In many jurisdictions, it does NOT matter that he is only 17.
2007-05-02 13:48:37 · answer #5 · answered by cyanne2ak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on which state/country it happened in. In Georgia due to "Close in age" exceptions that would be only be a misdemeanor. In other states it could be a felony, or no crime at all.
In Ohio they could both be charged as "unruly" and they would be considered children until they turn 21.
2007-05-02 13:45:22 · answer #6 · answered by John H 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure, she is below the age of consent.
Therefore, her consent means nothing. It is as bad as rape.
Tell you friend to go get this creep!!!!!
---Actually, see if she is below the age of consent in your state here:
http://www.webistry.net/jan/consent.html
A handful of states in the union have the age of consent under 16.
2007-05-02 13:43:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definately. Even if it concentual, she is underage. The mother does have the right to press charges.
2007-05-02 13:49:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
it is possible.. but more than likely the people at the DA office or an attorney's office will tell her about the Romeo and Juliet law.....
2007-05-02 13:49:34 · answer #9 · answered by bytchy_princess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is called statutory rape. The girl is underage.
2007-05-02 13:52:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋