Statutory rape is defined as rape of a person over the age of 14 but under the age of consent (18 in most states). As with all sexual offenses which carry not only severe prison time but lifetime registration as a sexual offender, statutory rape charges must be taken seriously and defended aggressively.
Unlike most rape charges, statutory rape does not require the victim to agree to file the charges, the charges may be filed by any person (for the victim) and typically they are filed by the parents of the victim. Often in spite of the alleged victims claim that the sex was consensual, prosecutors insist on filing charges.
The fact that the alleged victim is
a minor is only one of the factors that will complicate a statutory
rape case. The person being charged may not be aware that
the alleged victim was under the age of 18 because the age may have
been misrepresented to the person charged. This will not prevent
charges from being filed.
If you find yourself facing statutory rape charges that could potentially
ruin your life, then call the law offices of Rizio & Nelson
and we can help you understand the laws that affect you and help
you defend these charges.
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