Is it Statutory Rape When Two Minors Have Sex? (PC 261.5)
Is it Statutory Rape When Two Minors Have Sex? (PC 261.5)
Is it Statutory Rape When Two Minors Have Sex? (PC 261.5) The criminal justice system functions best when people understand what is and what is not a crime. Unfortunately, laws are not always so clear. The perfect example of this is the crime of statutory rape. Statutory rape occurs when a minor engages in sexual intercourse. Minors cannot legally consent to sex, so it is considered statutory rape when they…
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Does a Minor Need to Register as a Sex Offender?
Does a Minor Need to Register as a Sex Offender? In many cases involving criminal acts, a minor does not face the same harsh punishment that adults face for the same crime. This is mostly because the law is designed to give juveniles a chance to reform and ultimately not have to pay for their crime well into adulthood. When it comes to sex crimes, adults often face a lifetime…
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California Courts Lift Housing Ban on Registered Sex Offenders
California Courts Lift Housing Ban on Registered Sex Offenders One of the more difficult problems that registered sex offenders face is finding suitable housing. Under “Jessica’s Law,” registered sex offenders were prohibited from living within 2,000 feet of a school or park. However, a recent court ruling could pave the way to changes in this law. “No Rational Relationship” In March 2015, the California Supreme Court heard a challenge brought…
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