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Originally posted by kddani
It stems from the minor not being able to consent. Just as they can't sign a legally binding contract, they can't consent to sex with an adult.
The law, of course, is imperfect. But what would you guys who think this isn't right suggest as alternatives?
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I understand what you're saying completely.
As for alternatives... I can't say that I know enough about the law to offer a suggestion.
I do know that if I had been 15 and my mom cought me sleeping with a 20-yr-old... She would have pressed charges.
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