Legal Question in Criminal Law in Connecticut

Under Connecticut law, both males and females who are under the age of sixteen cannot consent to sexual relations. This means that even if two people choose to have sex, if one of them is under the age of sixteen, the older person could be charged with sexual assault. This is commonly known as �statutory rape.� Statutory rape is punishable in Connecticut by up to ten years in prison. Further, charges may be filed by the victim, the victim�s parents or guardians, or the State�s Attorney. That being said, because sixteen is the age of consent in Connecticut, those above the age of sixteen may date freely without legal consequences.

If you have any further questions regarding criminal defense in Connecticut, please contact Joseph C. Maya, Esq. at (203) 221-3100 or e-mail him directly at [email protected].