By the same token if it wasn't a lesbian relationship would it be drawing this much attention or would it be just another case of an 18 year old ADULT who did something stupid, got caught and paid a price?

 

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So if a 17 year old is dating a 16 year old they should have to break up on the 17 year olds birthday? Is that really the intent of this law?

So if a 17 year old is dating a 16 year old they should have to break up on the 17 year olds birthday? Is that really the intent of this law?

 

 

Exactly.

So if a 17 year old is dating a 16 year old they should have to break up on the 17 year olds birthday? Is that really the intent of this law?

 

Forgive me for posting this, but I just couldn't help myself. Your valid point brought this to mind. It's the only version on youtube that I could find that actually had the scene from the movie, although it's been edited some for a silly effect:

 

So if a 17 year old is dating a 16 year old they should have to break up on the 17 year olds birthday? Is that really the intent of this law?

 

Break up? No.

 

Stop the sex? If the birthday boy/girl wants to stay out of jail, Yes.

Should there be a sliding scale in relationship to the difference in ages as concerns Statutory Rape? 3 years enough? 4, 5, 6 years?

 

What age would you be OK with your daughter being talked into sex by their older significant other; 12, 13, 14, 15, 16?

 

At what age should your child be legally allowed to have sex with an adult (some one 18 or older)?

Kaitlyn hasn't hurt anyone, something that doesn't hurt anyone shouldn't be a crime. Age of consent laws are arbitrary, that's why they're different in each state. There is no evidence that consensual sex before a certain age is harmful.

 

The age of consent is 14 in Austria, Germany, Italy and Portugal. It's 13 in Spain: these countries don't have more traumatized teens than any other country. If anything a lower age of consent allows teens to practice safe sex and have better education.

 

If age differences are harmful why is it legal for a 40 year old to have sex with an 18 year old? Why is it legal for an 18 year old to be exploited in pornography? Is an 18 year old magically immune from exploitation and harm?

 

There shouldn't be an age of consent. Sex should only be illegal if it's rape or if there is evidence that it harms someone.

Kaitlyn hasn't hurt anyone, something that doesn't hurt anyone shouldn't be a crime. Age of consent laws are arbitrary, that's why they're different in each state. There is no evidence that consensual sex before a certain age is harmful.

 

The age of consent is 14 in Austria, Germany, Italy and Portugal. It's 13 in Spain: these countries don't have more traumatized teens than any other country. If anything a lower age of consent allows teens to practice safe sex and have better education.

 

If age differences are harmful why is it legal for a 40 year old to have sex with an 18 year old? Why is it legal for an 18 year old to be exploited in pornography? Is an 18 year old magically immune from exploitation and harm?

 

There shouldn't be an age of consent. Sex should only be illegal if it's rape or if there is evidence that it harms someone.

So if a 10 year old consents to an 18 year old you'd be cool with that?

I see both sides, but to be honest its my kid that is 14 and If I ask you to stay away, for whatever reason....you need to take my advice and do so....... The girl chose not to, and there you have it......14 year olds are not old enough to make life long deciscions yet..... they can't vote, drive, or by beer, its not okay for you to approve of them banging an 18 year old.... Gay or not gay... I know it happens...but doesn't make it right.

Kaitlyn hasn't hurt anyone, something that doesn't hurt anyone shouldn't be a crime. Age of consent laws are arbitrary, that's why they're different in each state. There is no evidence that consensual sex before a certain age is harmful.

 

The age of consent is 14 in Austria, Germany, Italy and Portugal. It's 13 in Spain: these countries don't have more traumatized teens than any other country. If anything a lower age of consent allows teens to practice safe sex and have better education.

 

If age differences are harmful why is it legal for a 40 year old to have sex with an 18 year old? Why is it legal for an 18 year old to be exploited in pornography? Is an 18 year old magically immune from exploitation and harm?

 

There shouldn't be an age of consent. Sex should only be illegal if it's rape or if there is evidence that it harms someone.

 

There is not one good thing that comes from having sex, at age 14....other than maybe an orgasm...It is for sure harmful 90% of the time in some way.

Not to tie multiple past threads together but, were are talking about High School Right. Imagine what is happening with all the Holdbacks that are in high school and turning 19 their senior year. Just some food for thought.

Should there be a sliding scale in relationship to the difference in ages as concerns Statutory Rape? 3 years enough? 4, 5, 6 years?

 

What age would you be OK with your daughter being talked into sex by their older significant other; 12, 13, 14, 15, 16?

 

At what age should your child be legally allowed to have sex with an adult (some one 18 or older)?

 

 

I'm open to a sliding scale.

 

 

I'm not okay with my daughter having sex at 25, 35 or 45 let alone 15. I'm not going to press charges on her boyfriend/girlfriend the day they turn 18 though.

 

 

Depends on the scenario. I have no issue at all with 18 year old seniors and 14 year old freshmen dating and having a relationship. This particular scenario with Kaitlyn Hunt is disturbing behavior from the 14 year old's parents.

There is not one good thing that comes from having sex, at age 14....other than maybe an orgasm...It is for sure harmful 90% of the time in some way.

 

says you, back in the day, 14 year olds were getting married and having children, to each their own.

says you, back in the day, 14 year olds were getting married and having children, to each their own.

 

Hey I agree with you, look at times then....they were also not having sex til they were married, and a man could get a job to support his family while they stayed home to work... I guess you would be cool with your daughter hooking up and having sex at age 14 huh??? Do not really see your point. Marriage and sex two different things as well.

Should there be a sliding scale in relationship to the difference in ages as concerns Statutory Rape? 3 years enough? 4, 5, 6 years?

 

What age would you be OK with your daughter being talked into sex by their older significant other; 12, 13, 14, 15, 16?

 

At what age should your child be legally allowed to have sex with an adult (some one 18 or older)?

 

To be square, this isn't a Statutory Rape case.

Here is Florida's Lewd and Lascivious offenses Statute: Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine

 

I still can't believe that it is intended to hit 18 year-old Seniors in high school

14 could be a middle schooler too guys.... I like the law, gives parents the power which to me is a good thing...