If a 17year old got a 26year old pregnant, but 2months later, he turned 18.. what are the punishments for her having sex with a minor, although he is 18 now?
Does someone have to file a complaint in order for a person to be sentenced? In this case, in order for the 26year old to be sentenced, some one would have to make a complaint, correct?

In several states, the age of consent is sixteen (in the U.S.). You need to check with
Law enforcement or an attorney to determine what that age is in your state.

Unless this is a close relative of yours, you might be opening a can of
Worms for yourself by interfering, if the age of consent is 16 where this
Took place.

In the case of a young child, anyone who has knowledge of them
Being sexually molested is required by law to report it. As to your
Question, unless a child tells someone, how will anyone ever
Know unless someone reports it? A sentencing only takes place after
An allegation is investigated and probably cause is established to take it
To trial.

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Originally Posted by LuisA

some one would have to make a complaint, correct?

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Hello L

Yes, someone would have to make a complaint... However, maybe 17 is old enough in your state. Then, even if someone made a complaint, nothing would happen.

Instead of worrying about it, I'd check with your local laws to see if you even have anything to worry about.

excon