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Statutory Rape
Description
Statutory rape refers to sexual intercourse with an individual who is below the age of consent, even if the act was consensual. This term is typically used in legal contexts to describe a criminal offense.
Sample Sentences
- John was charged with statutory rape after engaging in a sexual relationship with a minor.
- The age of consent in this country is 16, so any sexual activity with anyone below that age can be considered statutory rape.
- The law recognizes that minors may not have the capacity to give informed consent, so engaging in sexual acts with them is considered statutory rape.
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