Legal Question in Sexual Harassment in California

hi im 19 and my girlfriend is 18. we started dating when i was 18 and she was 17. we had sex when she was still 17 and we have had vsex since she turned 18. it has always been consensual sex and most of the time its actually her idea. but lately when i told her i didnt want to be with her anymore she said if i left her she would go to the cops and press charges on me since we had sex when she was a minor. i am stuck in this relatiomship with someone i no longer want to be with cause im basicly being blackmailed. does she have a case against me if she tried to press charges? please help me


Asked on 1/19/10, 11:35 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

You need to leave her immediately. If she even has an idea about falsely accusing you of any crime, you can bet your bottom dollar if this goes on she will accuse you of rape. She will accuse you of domestic violence. She will get pregnant by Accident and sue you for child support. And by leave her, I mean do whatever you have to do to end the relationship. Very possibly if she tries to make noise about your previous nookie the DA will blow her off (but they might not). Once she learns that she can use the police and courts to punish and manipulate you, the sky's the limit, and if she accuses you it will cost you a fortune in legal fees and hassle. Your alternative is to submit to blackmail for the rest of your life or until your kid (who you will not get to see once she accuses you) turns 18. I am praying that you develop a backbone and a support network.

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Answered on 1/25/10, 12:36 am

No she cannot file any case. coz after 16, she can give her consent for sex. So leave her immediately else you will be in trouble in future.

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Answered on 1/25/10, 7:27 am

Leave HER NOW!, In The end it's going to be VERY BAD!, If she tries to call you,email im,text or anything DO NOT ANSWER!, JUST STAY AWAY FROM HER!, and DO NOT LET HER RUN YOU LIFE!, Good Luck!

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Answered on 1/25/10, 8:18 am
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

You now know the natural legal consequence of violating the moral and religious rules. Yes, she could try to file criminal charges, which you would have to try to defend with whatever facts, evidence and arguments you may have. From this point forward, learn and follow the TV cop show instruction to exercise your 5th Amendment right to SHUT UP, and say nothing to anyone about the case. "Anything you say can be used against you", including this posting you made. Do not convict yourself with voluntary confession or 'being helpful and cooperative' with authorities. If you end up needing criminal or civil defense, feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 1/25/10, 11:17 am


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