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cheesy90

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What is the name of your state? ohio

Can a male be put in jail for statutory rape if the parents of the minor dont press charges on him? What if the two were dating for a long time befor he truned 18? Thanks!
 


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seniorjudge

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cheesy90 said:
What is the name of your state? ohio

Can a male be put in jail for statutory rape if the parents of the minor dont press charges on him? What if the two were dating for a long time befor he truned 18? Thanks!
Q: Can a male be put in jail for statutory rape if the parents of the minor dont press charges on him?

A: Yes. Prosecutors do not need the permission of non-involved parties in order to file criminal charges.


Q: What if the two were dating for a long time befor he truned 18?

A: This is very relevant. For every sex act before the victim reached the age of consent, there is a possible criminal charge. The bad person could be in jail for a lifetime.
 

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