Gary Glitter: At Home and Shamed Aug 23, 2008
He has claimed publicly that he did not know the age of consent in Vietnam was 18, and describes his legal ordeal there as a farce. "He tells me that his trial in Vietnam . . . was a charade, was a travesty of justice," Corker said. (Time.com)
Music review: Tokio Hotel makes fans uber wild Aug 22, 2008
Mostly under the age of consent. Mostly trailed by parents who probably deserve some sort of Olympic medal in dealing with hyperventilating prepubescents. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Leo Abse; UK politician helped liberalize laws on homosexuality Aug 21, 2008
Peter Tatchell, a veteran gay-rights activist in Britain, said that while homosexuals felt "huge relief" following passage of the measure, the law still maintained some restrictions on gay sex - such as a higher age of consent than faced by heterosexuals. "It was not the liberation that many of us had wanted and expected," Tatchell said in a statement. (Boston Globe)
Child Porn vs. Child Protection Aug 18, 2008
Ordinary people using their common sense and concern for their children those not having their minds clouded by faulty thinking can be forgiven if they conclude that NAMBLA has moved far beyond mere lobbying (in keeping with democratic principles) for changes in the law governing the age of consent and have crossed the line into promoting behavior that endangers vulnerable children. The facts in the Curley case are bloodcurdling: Their public interest law case claims that after absorbing... (Townhall.com)
Crackdown on 'sex tourists' urged Aug 17, 2008
In some countries, possessing indecent images of children is not illegal, or the age of consent is lower than 16. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- UK)
Former Boys Town Workers Won't Be Charged Aug 16, 2008
The patients were 16 and 17 years old at the time and beyond the age of consent, said Marty Conboy. Conboy said the physical relationship was consensual and the workers were not found to have exerted pressure or coercion. (7 KETV Omaha)
Bank's donations pay off for police Aug 8, 2008
The youth officers provide programs on stranger danger, drug and alcohol education, cyberbullying, Internet safety, age of consent and campus safety, among others. The officers also deal with investigations of crimes against minors in town. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Pa. dad who had sex with teen to get his kids back Aug 5, 2008
The man contends the relationship was legal because he waited until his girlfriend turned 16 the age of consent in Pennsylvania to start having sex. The agency, however, called the relationship abuse. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Man reaches agreement to be reunited with kids Aug 5, 2008
She went to the police but was told no charges would be filed since the age of consent in Pennsylvania is 16. The woman then went to CYS and claimed Mr. Doe committed sexual abuse. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Papal Apologies Aug 2, 2008
Former Catholic wrote on Aug 1, 2008 9:28 AM:" Kim, I suggest you look up the definition of pedophilia. It involves pre-pubescent children. Though a 16-year-old is not at the age of consent, and molesting a 16-year-old is definitely wrong, it cannot and should not be put into the same category as molesting a 4-year-old or a 10-year-old.Get real. ". Kim wrote on Jul 31, 2008 5:19 PM:" Agreed,my main issue is just to educate people to better protect their children.Blind faith is great except when... (New Iberia, LA)
Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired Jul 25, 2008
Later, we are left with the implication that Judge Rittenband was a hypocrite because he, too, was a playboy with a fondness for young women, though young in his case meant women in their 20s, well past the age of consent. The phrase in the title wanted and desired is offered by a producer friend of Polanski's who describes him as wanted in the United States, but desired in Europe, where sexual behaviour is treated more honestly and artists' dark sides are celebrated. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Turning Up the Heat on Polygamists Jul 25, 2008
The age of consent was raised from 14 to 16 and marriages between stepchildren and stepparents were outlawed. It was modeled on a Utah law that was believed to have prompted Jeffs' decision to move his flock to more remote places in Texas, Colorado, and Mexico. (Time.com)
Bulger killers get sympathetic treatment Jul 22, 2008
The Age of Consent is a monologue written by British playwright Peter Morris that explores the 1993 murder of James Bulger ... The Age of Consent, which premiered at London's Bush Theatre in 2002, opens at the Old Fitzroy Theatre tonight. (Ninemsn)
New York struggles over child prostitution Jul 18, 2008
Advocates say the bill helps to redress an inequity in state law, which sets the age of consent for sex at 17 but sets no age limits on the crime of prostitution, so that if a 12-year-old is paid for sex, even if she turns the money over to a pimp, she can be arrested, charged with an act of juvenile delinquency, and prosecuted. "This law is going to protect children who mostly come from broken or dysfunctional families, who have either been enticed or coerced into commercial sex, who need... (Boston Globe)
Sex education Jul 18, 2008
Some argue that it's obscene to teach pupils below the age of consent about contraception. But Alice Smith, Highlands' PSHE teacher, says around 14 is the ideal age to deliver such lessons - just before the pupils get blase and start insisting they already know it all. (Guardian Unlimited)
Child Brides and Sexual Exploitation: Ghanas Shame! Jul 14, 2008
I believe that it is time for the government to raise the age of consent to 18, if it has not done so already. Such a move will, in effect, make it possible for girls to stay in school, a necessary condition for the eventual enrichment of the nations human resources pool. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
What you need to know: Sexual assault in Kossuth County Jul 13, 2008
The age of consent in Iowa is 16 ... While the age of consent for a sexual act in Iowa is 16, to take nude or sexually explicit photos, the age is 18. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
UK sex tourists to face prosecution at home Jul 13, 2008
At the moment, a Briton can have sex legally with someone under the age of 16 in a foreign country if the age of consent is lower there, Sky news reported on Friday. "I hope this new law will send a tough message to deter traveling sex tourists. From July 14, anyone who commits an offense against children abroad will face the prospect of prosecution for the same offense here even though it may not have been an offense in that country," said Home Office Minister Vernon Coaker. (Xinhuanet, China)
Court allows police to pose as children online to pursue predators Jul 3, 2008
Although Louisiana's age of consent is 17, the law lets somebody charged with computer-aided solicitation of a minor argue that the chat was consensual if the person at the other computer is at least 16 years old. However, defendants cannot use that defense if the supposed juvenile "is actually a law enforcement officer or peace officer acting in his official capacity.". (WWLTV.com, LA)
Sexual abuse arrest in C.F. (3115) Jun 28, 2008
The investigation showed that an adult male engaged in sexual activity with a female who was below the age of consent. More Stories from News. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Campaigner calls for schools to be able to hand out emergency ... Jun 26, 2008
In 2006, more than 770 children under 16 - the legal age of consent - became pregnant - up nearly 100 on the year before. Twenty one of the girls were aged 13 or less and some 60% of all the pregnancies ended in an abortion. (stv.tv)
Jewish man's death 'tragic' victory for family Jun 26, 2008
They do not have a voice and until they are at the age of consent, we must take into account that the Canadian system and laws should look after these children when parents refuse treatment. I hope this man truly did follow through with his beliefs and that his family can now move on. (CTV.ca)
Father reunited with children after ACLU suit Jun 26, 2008
Police would not file criminal charges against Mr. Doe because 16 is the age of consent in Pennsylvania, but CYS undertook an investigation. A caseworker told Mr. Doe if he didn't turn the children over to his parents as the investigation continued, they would be placed in emergency foster care. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Contraception online? Jun 24, 2008
" DrThom has decided to prescribe only to women aged 18 and over. The age of consent is 16 in England, Scotland and Wales and 17 in Northern Ireland. A spokesperson for the internet service said online doctors would have to rely on what the patient told them about their health the same as with a regular GP. "A woman has to say how old she is and as part of the registration and will have to supply their date of birth," he said. "But there's nothing to stop somebody who's, say, 17 lying about... (iAfrica.com)
Former teacher accused of sex with students Jun 21, 2008
An investigation also determined Julie Pritchett, 34, was sexually involved with six other high school teens, but they either refused to cooperate with authorities or were over the age of consent and no charges were filed, said sheriff's spokesman Sgt. Randy Christian. Pritchett resigned last month from her tenured job at Clay-Chalkville Middle School, Christian said Thursday. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Ex-teacher in Alabama charged in student sex case Jun 21, 2008
The victims in the cases with which she is charged are under the age of consent. Charges are not being brought in the other identified incidents because the boys are of consenting age or unwilling to cooperate with authorities, said Jefferson County sheriff's spokesman Sgt. Randy Christian. (AL.com)
'Faith healing' law to be reviewed after teen's death Jun 20, 2008
"To me you can not use religion...to ignore the health of kids," said Courtney, who promised to push for legislation that will raise the age of consent in such cases. Background. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Teacher fired for student sex scandal (1) Jun 19, 2008
" apoligize wrote on Jun 15, 2008 7:59 PM:" In response to excuses " Response to apologize: I disagree with the following two statements you make in your post, not in its entirity but in part."It is up to the teacher to teach boundaries" Yes- at schoolMy point was in reference only to the teacher HOLDING his boundaries with his students his responsibility in which he failed to uphold"blanket policy of giving a minor a free pass" I agree that minors are not entitled to a free pass for... (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
Sex Tourists Targeted In Crackdown Jun 19, 2008
Now "dual criminality" will mean anyone who has sex with anyone under 16 will face prosecution, even if the age of consent in the country is lower than that of Scotland. The age of consent in Spain is 13, while in Italy, Estonia and Lithuania it is 14. (Glasgow Daily Record)
Man sues for losing his kids over liaison with teen Jun 17, 2008
But, the lawsuit contends, there was nothing they could do because the age of consent in Pennsylvania is 16. The mother then went to Fayette County Children and Youth Services, alleging sexual abuse of her daughter, who at one time baby-sat for Mr. Doe. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Tim Russert, 'Meet the Press' moderator, dies at 58 Jun 14, 2008
Many guests squirmed on "Meet the Press'' when Russert confronted them with a contradiction between what they had just told them and what they had said in the past. He was no less relentless in debates. In 2002, Massachusetts Democratic gubernatorial candidate Shannon O'Brien suffered political damage when Russert, moderating a debate between O'Brien and Republican Mitt Romney, asked about her support for lowering the age of consent for abortion from 18 to 16. Russert pointed out that a... (Boston Globe)
Man banned from Hutterite colonies (60) Jun 13, 2008
The victims were likely unable to give consent because of their developmental delays and were under the age of consent, court documents note. Hofer was originally charged in April 2007 with two counts of felony sexual intercourse without consent in April 2007. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Under-age sex defence upheld Jun 12, 2008
The statutory defence was dumped in 2003, during the debate over the equal age of consent for gay and straight sex, to allay concerns that older men could have sex with 14- and 15-year-old boys, and claim they thought they were of age ... "As a consequence, it will no longer be possible to argue that a uniform age of consent of 16 years creates an effective age of consent of 14 years," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Spring Massacre: The Market Crashes Jun 12, 2008
Why anyone above the age of consent and in possession of a minimum number of his faculties thought otherwise is more the province of psycho- than market analysis. But a truly awful employment report, further indication that obituaries for the credit crunch were more than slightly premature, an awesome rebound by crude-oil prices and another bout of vertigo by the dollar occasioned a reluctant epiphany among investors that maybe all wasn't as right as Wall Street's siren chorus had led them to... (SmartMoney)
LETTERS: NCT, June 6, 2006 Jun 7, 2008
"Exactly! Society has said NO!Which is exactly the case regarding same sex marriage. Now, follow my logic...At one time, homosexuals were thought of as sick, in some cases, they went to jail. In 1972, the mental health issue was removed, and we are where we are now. All I'm suggesting to you, is that this IS a slippery slope. In the same way you see other practised forms as being sick now, down the road, they will have their day in court too. These laws about age of consent were adopted for this... (North County Times)
Oregon lawmakers act to curb sex abuse of students Jun 7, 2008
The committees also will draft legislation to make it a crime for educators to have sex with students, even those at or older than 18, Oregon's age of consent. Rep. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
The Age of Innocence? Jun 7, 2008
It's why the age of consent in some jurisdictions is 14, while in others it's 18, even though American teenagers everywhere really, really like sex. And that's why the comparison between the 465 youngsters seized from a Texas polygamist ranch in early April and the young Canadian man currently facing a military trial at Guantanamo Bay is so illuminating. (Slate)
Sex offenders arrested at DOCR house Jun 4, 2008
MSLGW wrote on Jun 3, 2008 7:25 AM:" Bismarck Resident , I totally agree with you. It is good parenting not bad law that is the solution. Many, many people are on the registry who don't need to be there.One example out of many is Rickyslife dot com. Ricky was 16 had consensual sex with a girl he met at a teen club where admission was 16 minimum. She lied to him, he fell in love and as a result is lifetime registration on tier three. Predator/pedophile/rapist and whatever other stigma is attached... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Man charged with statutory rape of girl, 15 Jun 3, 2008
In North Carolina, the age of consent is 16. Johnson said a partner can be over 18 if they were still no more than five years older than the minor. (Anson Record, NC)
The age of innocence in Asia May 31, 2008
In these countries the age of consent for heterosexual sex is not defined, but the partners must be married ... The Philippines has the lowest age of consent in Asia at just 12 years old - an age shared by Angola, Mexico and Zimbabwe ... He was aghast, and well aware of how this could be viewed in the US. Even though Hong Kong's local law makes the age of consent 16, the act of prostitution was illegal and therefore any local prosecution would then be passed to US authorities. (Asia Times Online)
Peacekeepers on Trial May 29, 2008
For example, a from the secretary-general stipulates that sex with children under the age of 18 is strictly prohibited for all peacekeepers, but the age of consent may be lower in a given peacekeeper's home country. Got a question about today's news. (Slate)
Pumas party: Proud families, students show excitement for accomplishment May 24, 2008
Many of us turned the age of consent, meaning we re considered legally adults, while some of us are still waiting, she said. We still have much more to learn, to see and to give. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
69 comments May 23, 2008
(Withstanding age of consent). One example is a brother and sister can live together and have children, but I do not have to support their relationship. (Human Events Online)
Defence of consent age thrown out May 22, 2008
IN MAY 2003, Milton Orkopoulos was one of the NSW politicians who voted to lower the age of consent for males to 16 years of age. When he voted in favour of the amendments to the Crimes Amendment (Sexual Offences) Bill, he had already had sex with two under-aged boys, aged 15 and 16, dating back to his first offence in 1995. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Relatives outside sect seek custody May 21, 2008
Parker said the final number of underage mothers will likely be closer to five or six, though he acknowledged that some of the young mothers apparently were pregnant while younger than 17 Texas' age of consent. "We've always known there are one or two or three examples out there," Parker said. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Polygamist Sect Parents Decry Child Custody Plans May 20, 2008
The plan does not require parents to renounce polygamy or guarantee that their daughters won't be married before the age of consent, which in Texas 00004000 is 17. A CPS supervisor said the parenting classes will be tailored to explain Texas laws regarding underage sex. (Fox News)
Sect Parents Complain Of Vague Custody Plans May 20, 2008
The plan does not require parents to renounce polygamy or guarantee that their daughters won't be married before they reach the age of consent, which is 17 in Texas. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Identifying And Protecting Teens Online May 14, 2008
That doesnt excuse the adult - having sex with someone under the age of consent is rightfully a serious crime. Youth, says Wolak, typically have little experience with romance and intimacy" and less ability to negotiate with partners about sexu 00004000 al activity. But as part of what we need to know to better protect kids, its important to realize that deception is rarely involved. Most teens are aware of the approximate age and intentions of the adults who contact them. Only 5 percent of... (CBS News)
Don't blame the agony aunts for sexualising your children May 14, 2008
That is also the legal age of consent in this country, and the average age at which Australian teenagers start having sex. Australia has one of the highest rates of teen pregnancy among nations in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, and sexually transmitted infections are at an all-time high, according to Marie Stopes International, a leading Australian sexual health organisation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
R. Kelly Trial: Three Jurors Selected, But Bathroom Smell Distracts From Court Proceedings May 14, 2008
"There's no consistency from state to state, and I don't think that's fair. The age of consent is too high. I was discussing this with my son, and he said nature has provided an age of consent. It's called puberty, and that makes a lot of sense to me.". For the most part, Kelly seemed disengaged from the process, staring at the table, often holding a tissue to his face as if he had a runny nose or was warding off a bad smell. (VHI.com -- Music News)
The young ones May 10, 2008
Japan has one of the lowest ages of sexual consent in the world; it's as low as 13 in metro Tokyo and the national age of consent ranges between 13 and 18 depending on the province. In fact, in Japan, the practice of having sex with teenage girls is not prosecutable if the young woman says "yes". (Asia Times Online)
What is sex abuse? How do you know if you live near a sex offender? Are laws adequate? May 10, 2008
In Iowa, age of consent is 16, meaning a person that age can legally have a relationship with another person of any age. A 14- or 15-year-old person can consent to have a relationship with another person up to four years older. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
From 14 to 16: What does raising the age of consent accomplish? May 9, 2008
com: From 14 to 16: What does raising the age of consent accomplish ... From 14 to 16: What does raising the age of consent accomplish ... The Criminal Code was amended last week to raise the age of consent to 16 from 14. (Globe and Mail)
R. Kelly sex trial looms May 9, 2008
At least three other women have filed civil lawsuits alleging that Kelly had sex with them when they were under the legal age of consent. No criminal charges have resulted from the cases. (iAfrica.com)
R. Kelly Case: Three-Way in Play May 4, 2008
Isn't the legal age of consent 16. Make sure you check ID's, some young ones look much older than their age and they'll lie like a dawg to get it on with the Masta. (TMZ.com)
Latter-Day Taint May 2, 2008
Furthermore, the age of consent for sex in Texas is 17, while the minimum age for marriage, with parental approval, is 16 (raised in 2005 from 14 with the FLDS in mind) ... Some YFZ residents say they do not approve of marriage before the legal age of consent, while others say they do not practice polygamy at all ... Furthermore, the age of consent for sex in Texas is 17, while the minimum age for marriage, with parental approval, is 16 (raised in 2005 from 14 with the FLDS in mind). (Townhall.com)
On Your Mind May 2, 2008
Having sex under the age of consent is delinquency. I would like to see our county prosecutor look into the legality of passing out condoms to minors. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Letters to the editor (April 18) May 2, 2008
Tom Johnston wrote on Apr 29, 2008 7:22 PM:" Geesh! It's hard to keep up with the TruthTeller, but Ajai, Barefoot and VH are doing a great job. This probably isn't needed, but I thought I'd add my two cents.First, a quote:Whoever undertakes to set himself up as a judge of Truth and Knowledge is shipwrecked by the laughter of the gods.Albert EinsteinTruthTeller, you crack me up. You write so much its almost as if you feel the only way to make a point is to be verbose. I must admit, one thing your... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
New sexual consent law may confuse teens May 2, 2008
"When you call it the age of consent, that's misleading to kids, who will think it's not permitted, that it's a crime to be sexually active before the age of 16," says Martha Mackinnon, the executive director of Justice for Children and Youth, a Toronto legal aid clinic serving low-income youth ... " London, Ont., youth worker Heather Miko-Kelly agrees that most teens are unaware of the past or current age of consent. In a recent outreach program she ran, many teens told her they thought the age... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Mickey Mouse Operation May 2, 2008
The age of consent in China is 14, compared with 18 in Disney's home state of California. "I don't want to make excuses for them at all because it is not anything that we would ever approve, but in other parts of the world this is not unusual at all," Foster said. (Slate)
How polygamous sect built compound Apr 20, 2008
In 2005 he pushed into law a bill that raised the legal age of consent to marry in Texas from 14 to 16. "Every now and then you'd hear something about alleged child abuse, but there was never any hard evidence of it," says Randy Mankin, publisher of Eldorado's local paper. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sect leader worries compound here could be raided Apr 19, 2008
Long noted that the legal age of consent for sex in South Dakota is 16, as it is in Texas. The age of consent varies from state to state. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Underage sex cases 'must be reported' Apr 18, 2008
"The law makes it pretty clear that the age of consent is 16, and any sexual activity with a child under the age of 16 is statutory rape," Mr Langbroek said. "Queensland Health should be reporting all cases of suspected under-age sexual activity - for any child under 16 - as a matter of Queensland law.". (Gold Coast Mail)
Foley Takes on Palm Beach Society Apr 12, 2008
Washington, D.C. law defines the age of consent as 16. Under Florida law, it is a third-degree felony both to use the Internet "to seduce, solicit, lure or entice" a minor "to commit any illegal act...relating to lewdness and indecent exposure" and to transmit any "information or data that is harmful to minors...via electronic mail," which includes instant messages. (ABC News)
It's a mad, bad world Apr 11, 2008
Two books in particular inspired Global Haywire: George Monbiot's The Age of Consent and The Algebra of Infinite Justice by Arundhati Roy. These tomes outlined the alleged complicity of the West in the problems the developing world now faces. (The Age)
