STATUTORY RAPE

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In North Carolina, the age of consent is 16. This means that anyone under the age of 16 cannot legally consent to sexual intercourse despite his or her willingness. As the older party in a relationship, you will be the one to face serious criminal consequences for sexual activity with a minor even if it involved your longtime girlfriend or boyfriend.

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If you have been arrested for statutory rape, make sure you have an experienced sex crimes defense attorney on your side from the very beginning. There is simply too much at stake. Contact Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, for experienced, aggressive, and determined advocacy. Our law firm offers free initial consultations at our multiple office locations across North Carolina.

What is Statutory Rape in North Carolina?

Sex with a minor under the age of 13 is a first-degree felony. Furthermore, if you had sex with a minor between 13-15 years of age, are not married to the individual, and are at least four years older, you can be charged with statutory rape and face serious felony criminal penalties.

• Statutory rape: Sex with a minor between the ages of 13-15 when there is at least a six-year age gap can result in a Class B1 felony charge.
• Statutory rape: Sex with a minor between the ages of 13-15 when there is at least a four-year age gap can result in a Class C felony charge.

Learn more about statutory rape charges and the laws on statutory rape.

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