If a guy lies about his age and he is really younger than 18 way younger and the girl is 22 could she get in trouble?
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Answered on September 13, 2015
Yes she can. Statutory rape is strict liability meaning that it doesn't matter if the adult thought the person was 18. It only matters what the...
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How can I be charge of rape with no evidence
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Answered on September 13, 2015
You served 2 years? Have you been convicted already? The testimony from the victim is evidence by the way.
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If i go to court and tell them i made a false report will i be arrested amd if so how long
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Answered on September 13, 2015
Yes they could arrest you and charge you with an A misdemeanor which is punishable by up to a year in jail.
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What can I do about the state not getting me in for a speedy trial? It has been 8.5 months since I seen a judge.
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Answered on September 13, 2015
You need to speak with your lawyer. It doesn't make sense that you haven't seen a judge in almost 9 months. That just doesn't happen unless there's...
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My daughter is 17 and pregnant by a 20 year old
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Answered on September 12, 2015
Did she become pregnant at 16? If so then a crime was committed. If she was 17 then no problem here. Congrats on becomin a grandparent
Good defense for traffic camera ticket?
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Answered on September 12, 2015
Nice try but it won't work. Also, there is video available which not only shows you running the red light, but also exactly how long it was red...
Would a signed affidavit of confession from my roommate exonerate me in a petit larceny charge against me?
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Answered on September 12, 2015
It would've helped more if he offered this before he pled out. Now that his case is over and there isn't much risk to him, I wouldn't out much...
After shoplifting can you return to the store if your record is expunged?
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Answered on September 11, 2015
If the store banned you, what ever happens with your case won't affect that. Stores can ban you from shopping there as long as they don't...
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Who do I report a police station women at desk for stating illegal comments to other than the local police station?
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Answered on September 11, 2015
What are the illegal comments? While it's not absolute, the first amendment protects free speech and nothing the cop told you is illegal. It may...
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How does the right to a fair and speedy trial work?
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Answered on September 11, 2015
It definitely does not affect speedy trial rights. If anything, this would be an issue of whether the charge was filed within the allowable time...
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