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Statutory Rape
Statutory Rape
Sexual activities between an adult and a minor are illegal and are covered under statutory rape laws. Statutory rape is considered a sex offense and the adult involved in the offense will be labeled as a sexual offender. Possible charges brought against the offender are rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse of a child, and/or lewd acts.
Penalties for statutory rape vary by jurisdiction, but usually the specific crimes the offender committed will determine the charges and the sentence they will have to serve. Generally, the punishment for statutory rape is imprisonment (with post-release conditions) such as parole supervision and required registration as a sex offender. If the person is a repeat offender, they are subject to lengthier jail sentences. The victim of the sexual offense may also sue the offender for physical and emotional damages in a civil court.
Even outside of the courtroom, sexual offenders face consequences. In 2006, the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act was passed, which authorizes the indefinite involuntary commitment of sexual offenders. Offenders, once convicted, will also have to submit their name to their jurisdictions sex offender registry.
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