If I’m 17 turning 18 in 2 months and my boyfriend is 18 but I’m pregnant, what is the possible trouble that he could get into if my dad decided to report it as statutory rape?
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If I’m 17 turning 18 in 2 months and my boyfriend is 18 but I’m pregnant, what is the possible trouble that he could get into if my dad decided to report it as statutory rape?
My dad doesnt like him very much. What is the liklihood of the case being pursued?
Asked on May 16, 2013 under Criminal Law, California
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Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Good question. Unless you two are married thereis a chance albeit slim that the district attorney's office would be willing to pursue a statutory rape charge against the boyfriend for the simple fact that you two are close in age and are a couple.
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