A child who is less than 13 years of age cannot consent to sexual activity, regardless of the age of the defendant.[707] Sexual activity with someone who is at least 13 years of age and less than 18 years of age is illegal if the defendant is 4 or more years older than the victim.[708]
Definition of Offenses
| Offense | Definition |
|---|---|
| Statutory Rape[709] | Engaging in sexual penetration[710] with someone at least 13 years of age and less than 18 years of age where the defendant is at least 4 years older than the victim.[711] |
| Aggravated sexual battery[712] | Unlawful sexual contact[713] with someone less than 13 years of age. |
| Rape of a child[714] | Engaging in sexual penetration with someone less than 13 years of age. |
