If an 18 year old solicited a 17 year old for group sex in exchange for money or beer, can I press charges against the 18 year old?
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If an 18 year old solicited a 17 year old for group sex in exchange for money or beer, can I press charges against the 18 year old?
The 2 previously knew each other if that makes a difference.
Asked on July 22, 2015 under Criminal Law, Michigan
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You may not have a charge for online solicitation of a minor, but solicitation for sex in exchange for payment is still an offense... regardless of the age of the parties. It's called prostitution. It's prostitution regardles of whether or not they knew each other. Considering that the 18 year old is engaging in some risky behavior for themselves and others, reporting will actually be in everyone's best interest... regardless of whether the 18 year old understands the lesson today.
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