Abraxas
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« on: October 29, 2007, 08:34:35 PM » |
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Sorry. As far as I know, you're one of the younger members here, so this may apply to you. Critics decry states’ teen sex lawsExperts point to Atlanta case, saying laws are confusing, too harshATLANTA - The tough Georgia law that sent Genarlow Wilson to prison for having oral sex with a fellow teenager has been watered down. But in Georgia — and in many other states — it’s still a crime for teenagers to have sex, even if they’re close in age. Legal experts say it’s rare for prosecutors to seek charges. But, as the Wilson case illustrates, they can and sometimes do. And the rising popularity of sex offender registries can often mean that a teen nabbed for nonviolent contact with someone a year or two younger might face the same public stigma as a dangerous sexual predator. MORE Sexual freedom. Not something that comes up here often, I guess. What are your views? My idea would be anyone within 1 year until they reach 18. After that, they're legal. Everything else invites unnessecary labeling. I mean, if 2 17-year-olds boink... do we really need to make them wear a scarlet letter? (yeah, I read the book and I know it was about adultery, but a child molestation charge doesn't go away any easier) |
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« Reply #1 on: October 29, 2007, 08:58:36 PM » |
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Sorry. As far as I know, you're one of the younger members here, so this may apply to you. Critics decry states’ teen sex lawsExperts point to Atlanta case, saying laws are confusing, too harshATLANTA - The tough Georgia law that sent Genarlow Wilson to prison for having oral sex with a fellow teenager has been watered down. But in Georgia — and in many other states — it’s still a crime for teenagers to have sex, even if they’re close in age. Legal experts say it’s rare for prosecutors to seek charges. But, as the Wilson case illustrates, they can and sometimes do. And the rising popularity of sex offender registries can often mean that a teen nabbed for nonviolent contact with someone a year or two younger might face the same public stigma as a dangerous sexual predator. MORE Sexual freedom. Not something that comes up here often, I guess. What are your views? My idea would be anyone within 1 year until they reach 18. After that, they're legal. Everything else invites unnessecary labeling. I mean, if 2 17-year-olds boink... do we really need to make them wear a scarlet letter? (yeah, I read the book and I know it was about adultery, but a child molestation charge doesn't go away any easier) if thats the guy im thinking about (sagatory rape guy). he seems like much more of a person to ralley for to be freed over the J6 |
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« Reply #2 on: October 29, 2007, 09:10:56 PM » |
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You shouldnt pick on Micfranklin like that! Anyway heres how Colorado law views it, I think its sensible: Colorado
The unfettered age of consent in Colorado is 17, however there exist in the legislation close in age exceptions which allow those at least 15 and less than 17 to engage in acts with those less than ten years older.
18-3-402(1) Any actor who knowingly inflicts sexual intrusion or sexual penetration on a victim commits sexual assault if: (d) At the time of the commission of the act, the victim is less than fifteen years of age and the actor is at least four years older than the victim and is not the spouse of the victim; or (e) At the time of the commission of the act, the victim is at least fifteen years of age but less than seventeen years of age and the actor is at least ten years older than the victim and is not the spouse of the victim; |
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« Reply #3 on: October 30, 2007, 07:11:33 AM » |
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Nice of you to make this thread out to me Abraxas (no sarcasm involved)
I'm only 20 and I'm also pretty sure that in spite of tyrannical nonsense laws like these people will continue to have sex anyway. It's as natural as breathing.
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« Reply #4 on: October 30, 2007, 09:10:14 AM » |
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Unfortunately, child molestation charges as erratic as that are landed on the male and not the other way around, unless your a hot blond teacher who likes to take advantage of her students.
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« Reply #5 on: October 30, 2007, 09:17:19 AM » |
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You have a point Goija.
Did you know that in the military, as someone who falls under the UCMJ, sex in ANY position other than missionary is considered sodomy? AND prosecutable as an offense of the UCMJ.
I had a friend who was busted getting a BJ from a chief's duaghter who was of age and he still got screwed HARD.
As for this law, no doubt the only reason its being used is the parents of the girl are important. PLUS why aren't they BOTH being charged? Takes two to tango.
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« Reply #6 on: October 30, 2007, 10:17:45 AM » |
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This from 2003, so it might not be up to date......... The age of consent varies by state, with most states, including Connecticut, setting it at age 16. The age of consent in other states ranges from ages 14 to 18. Some states base the penalty for violations on the age of the offender, with older offenders receiving harsher penalties. For example, California, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, and New York reserve their harshest statutory rape penalty for offenders who are age 21 or older. Table 1 shows statutory rape laws, including penalties, by state. http://www.cga.ct.gov/2003/olrdata/jud/rpt/2003-R-0376.htm |
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« Reply #7 on: October 30, 2007, 04:28:05 PM » |
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You shouldnt pick on Micfranklin like that! Anyway heres how Colorado law views it, I think its sensible: Colorado
The unfettered age of consent in Colorado is 17, however there exist in the legislation close in age exceptions which allow those at least 15 and less than 17 to engage in acts with those less than ten years older.
18-3-402(1) Any actor who knowingly inflicts sexual intrusion or sexual penetration on a victim commits sexual assault if: (d) At the time of the commission of the act, the victim is less than fifteen years of age and the actor is at least four years older than the victim and is not the spouse of the victim; or (e) At the time of the commission of the act, the victim is at least fifteen years of age but less than seventeen years of age and the actor is at least ten years older than the victim and is not the spouse of the victim; i dont see why this law isnt copied in all 50 states.... very sensible |
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« Reply #8 on: October 30, 2007, 04:31:03 PM » |
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Unfortunately, child molestation charges as erratic as that are landed on the male and not the other way around, unless your a hot blond teacher who likes to take advantage of her students.
i dont think its equal. in all the cases i saw the male was extremely willing to commit to sexual relations and i dont see this scaring the younger male. at least it wouldnt affect me, so i guess i dont see how it would bother others. teachers should be fired and added to the sexual preditor list but prison time is excessive if you ask me. |
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« Reply #9 on: October 30, 2007, 05:09:26 PM » |
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I had a friend who was busted getting a BJ from a chief's duaghter who was of age and he still got screwed HARD. heh... irony... Anyway... PLUS why aren't they BOTH being charged? Takes two to tango. Very good point. But hey, men are pigs  . |
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Either you repeat the same conventional doctrines everybody is saying, or else you say something true, and it will sound like its from Neptune.
- Noam Chomsky
... you can almost see the high water mark - that place where the wave finally broke and rolled back.
- Hunter S. Thompson
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« Reply #10 on: October 30, 2007, 05:14:09 PM » |
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Well in Maryland, you have to be at least 16 years of age and the age limit can only be 4 years in between (unless you're both 18 or over I think). I pretty much don't, nor have ever cared.
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