Ministry for at-risk youth celebrates anniversary Sep 10, 2008
He cited Georgia's strict laws on statutory rape and child support requirements as examples. "There are consequences for every thing you do," Mulholland said. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Augusta man is indicted in molestation Sep 9, 2008
An Augusta man released from probation on a 2005 statutory rape conviction has been indicted on a charge of child molestation in coastal Georgia's Glynn County ... In 2005, a local jury found Mr. Stulb guilty of statutory rape. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rapist Gets Probation Sep 9, 2008
A Chubbuck man was sentenced to five years of probation Monday for the statutory rape of 16-year-old girl. Brandon L. Madden, 22, was nearly sentenced to a six-month stint in a retained jurisdiction program by Sixth District Judge Peter D. McDermott when Madden's mother stood, prompting the judge to have the family come forward and make a plea for probation. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Taking a stand: GOP Delivers a Conservative Platform Sep 9, 2008
We invite all persons of good will, whether across the political aisle or within our party, to work together to reduce the incidence of abortion; to protect girls from exploitation and statutory rape through a parental notification requirement; and to oppose sex-selection abortions. . (Human Events Online)
Former officer with DUI conviction rebuilding his career at Belle Fourche Sep 6, 2008
Clark ultimately investigated Adamson for providing alcohol to minors and a statutory rape case involving a 14-year-old girl ... He was found not guilty of statutory rape. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
That Palin's a fighter Sep 5, 2008
Was is statutory rape. Has anyone thought of that. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Coach set to lose licence over rape charges Sep 5, 2008
Lee faces trial on charges of rape, statutory rape, burglary, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault and indecent exposure. He faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Bangor man sentenced to 35 years Sep 5, 2008
wrote on Sep 5, 2008 6:54 AM:" Big Spender-What about the 18 years old senior in high school that gets convicted of statutory rape for dating the 14-15 year old freshman? He should get tossed in prison for life? I completely agree that most sex offenses should be one strike and you're out, but not ALL of them. ". Bill O'reilly wrote on Sep 5, 2008 6:46 AM:" I can see the article in the Waupun news now. Shortly after his arrival, Michael Hudson was lured by a 10-year prison veteran into his cell... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Oh Baby! The Spears-Palin Connection Sep 4, 2008
Politics Newsletter (M-F). The Presidential Field. (Washington Post)
We know Sarah Palin Sep 3, 2008
roxgilbert wrote on Sep 1, 2008 12:40 PM:" One quick clarification about Sen. mcCain's VP pick of Sarah Palin: Her teenage daughter being 5-month pregnant: Isn't the individual responsible should be charged with statutory rape? There have been several instances when immigrants to the USA have been charged with statutory rape when the families married their off under age daughters following their customs. ". From PA wrote on Sep 1, 2008 11:50 AM:" looks to me like she should have been paying more... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Palin candidacy takes another turn Sep 2, 2008
This is a police and family children services matter to see if A) statutory rape occured and B) if Gov. Palin was a negligent parent, allowing a twenty something male to engage in sexual activity with her underage daughter ... If he indeed is 23-26 then he is guilty of statutory rape ... If he indeed is 23-26 then he is guilty of statutory rape. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Grand Jury Issues Criminal Indictments Aug 30, 2008
Pedro Santaiago Garcia, 31 of Dublin, was indicted on charges of child molestation and statutory rape. The indictment alleges that between June 15 and July 31, 2007 Garcia molested and raped a 14-year old. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Power found guilty, sentenced to 20 years Aug 28, 2008
Artis Frankie Power, 35, of Hebron Road, was found guilty of statutory rape of a minor and sentenced to 20 years in jail and will have to register as a sex offender ... After deliberating for two and a half hours, the jury found Power guilty of one account of statutory rape of a minor ... Power had also been charged with one charge of statutory rape of 14 years but not 16 years and one charge of sexual assault but was found not guilty of those charges. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)
Consensual sex in spotlight Aug 28, 2008
As the age of consent was 19 years for homosexual relations, sexual intercourse between the applicant and the boy qualified as statutory rape. As the SCA had lowered the age of consent to 16 years, they overturned the applicant's convictions on six of the ten counts of statutory rape all of which had happened after the boy's 16th birthday. (iAfrica.com)
Former SH teacher convicted of sex crimes Aug 28, 2008
Angus, 53, who was also a softball coach, was found guilty of three counts of official misconduct, one count of attempted sexual battery by an authority figure, one count of sexual battery by an authority figure and two counts of attempted statutory rape by an authority figure. He was found not guilty of one count of sexual battery and one count of rape. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Jury still out in student sex trial Aug 27, 2008
Jerry Angus, 53, was indicted by a Nashville grand jury in September on three counts of official misconduct, nine counts of sexual battery by an authority figure, four counts of statutory rape by an authority figure and one count of rape. The jury started deliberations 1 p.m. Friday, following closing arguments, but could not come to a decision, Trial Court Administrator Larry Stephenson said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
BREAKING NEWS: Former SH teacher found guilty in student sex case Aug 27, 2008
Angus, 53, who was also a softball coach, was found guilty of three counts of official misconduct, one count of attempted sexual battery by an authority figure, one count of sexual battery by an authority figure and two counts of attempted statutory rape by an authority figure. He was found not guilty of one count of sexual battery by an authority figure and one count of rape. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Two accused of making sex tapes with underaged girls Aug 25, 2008
AdamantDragon wrote on Aug 20, 2008 9:09 PM:" Yes, teenagers do have sex; and statutory rape laws protect the most vulnerable, Kristi B. As a society, we have decided to draw the line. This is what happens when someone decides to break a very clear and well understood law. Almost everyone in this age group knows exactly where that line is; so they can't claim ignorance. It's too bad that someone has to cross the line and get caught every so often to affect the collective youth consciousness;... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Top 65 Countdown: No. 53 Kent State Aug 25, 2008
He was charged with felonies for statutory rape and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute that he pleaded down to misdemeanors, attended two junior colleges and a prep school, signed with Maryland last year, then subsequently released from his scholarship. He enrolled at Kent State and will attempt to walk-on. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Man accused of rape free, with conditions Aug 24, 2008
He remains accused of statutory rape against the older girl and forcefully raping the younger girl. "We're all very happy that he's been released and that he's free to go home," said Kate Iaccarino, Witham's lawyer. (Boston Globe)
Man gets 18 months for possessing child porn Aug 24, 2008
In his job application, Sykes wrote that he was convicted in 1989 of the equivalent to statutory rape. A criminal background check of the prior seven years failed to turn up what turned out to be a 1989 conviction for sexual contact with boys in Maine, according to court papers. (New Haven Register, CT)
Prosecutors to seek release of fair worker held in rapes Aug 23, 2008
He remains accused of statutory rape against the older girl and forcefully raping the younger girl. Bridget Norton Middleton, a spokeswoman for the Plymouth district attorney's office, said prosecutors dropped the charges "in the interest of justice.". (Boston Globe)
11-year-old child testifies his father shot Sosa Aug 23, 2008
Defense attorney Robert Landheer, representing Blehm, established that the inmate was looking for some consideration by the DA's office to reduce or drop a statutory rape charge when he spoke with police. Under cross examination, defense attorney David Bixby also challenged the testimony of Roseanne Wong on Thursday over what the lawyer said were inconsistencies between her testimony and Baldwin's report. (Santa Maria Times)
Carnival worker accused of rape is out on bail Aug 23, 2008
Witham stands accused of statutory rape of a 14-year-old girl and forcibly raping a 13-year-old girl on Sunday, Aug. 17, at the home of the one of the girls. He met the girls while working as a ticket collector at the fair. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Inmate testifies against teacher Aug 23, 2008
Jerry Angus, 53, was indicted by a Nashville grand jury in September on three counts of official misconduct, nine counts of sexual battery by an authority figure, four counts of statutory rape by an authority figure and one count of rape. Angus took the stand Thursday and denied all of the accusations. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Prosecutor moves to dismiss one of two rape charges against carnival worker in Marshfield. Aug 22, 2008
Witham, 18, will still face charges of one count of rape of a child with force; indecent assault and battery on a person under 14; and two counts of statutory rape ... Moynahan said he had set the bail amount as if Witham had been arraigned on the lesser charge of statutory rape. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
1 accuser recants, 2d alters story in rape case Aug 21, 2008
He said he was reluctant to reduce the bail because the girls were still saying they had sex with Witham, which could constitute statutory rape and carry a life sentence. "Are you telling me that you're representing to the court that you no longer believe there was a kidnapping, which is a capital offense that carries life imprisonment, and you want to keep that hanging over this defendant's head?" Moynahan asked Maguire. (Boston Globe)
Ex-teacher arrested on sex charges Aug 21, 2008
Holly Michelle Barnes, 24, was charged Tuesday night with two counts of statutory rape and two counts of child molestation, said Cpl. Brandon Gurley, a spokesman for the county sheriff s office. Paulding County Sheriff's Office. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sex cult leader's release terms spark outrage Aug 17, 2008
George Feigley, now 68, was convicted in 1975 on charges including statutory rape, indecent assault and corrupting the morals of minors. Because Feigley's 1975 conviction predated the passage of Megan's Law, he will not be required to register as a sex offender. (CNN)
Idaho man faces rape charge Aug 17, 2008
Patrick Graber has been charged with felony counts of statutory rape and lewd and lascivious conduct. His mother, 46-year-old Theresa Graber, has been charged with a felony count of witness intimidation in connection with the charges against her son. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Attorneys appointed for couple accused of sex crimes Aug 16, 2008
The Salazars face charges they committed statutory rape and sexual battery against three teenage girls at their apartment near Alcoa. The girls attended The Lord's Disciples Church, where the Salazars were youth ministers. (WREG.com, TN)
Do you ever leave your child in the car unattended? Aug 14, 2008
The rest are rapists or were convicted of statutory rape. My in-laws live in a very well-to-do neighborhoon on Lanier, far from the city. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Church youth leaders charged with sex crimes Aug 13, 2008
Michael Salazar has been charged with three counts of sexual battery by an authority figure and three counts of statutory rape. His wife faces one count each of sexual battery by an authority figure and statutory rape. (WREG.com, TN)
Madison teen faces statutory rape charge Aug 13, 2008
A Madison teen accused of statutory rape has been released from police custody on $25,000 bond. Madison police arrested 18-year-old Jacob Daniel Pirch at his home in the Arbor Square subdivision today, according to a news release. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Sheriff alerts public about sex offender considered a risk Aug 11, 2008
Newton has a 1986 conviction for third-degree statutory rape and a 1985 conviction for communicating with a minor for immoral purposes. Newton currently has pending charges for first-degree and second-degree child molestation. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Early pregnancies raise 'red flag' for abuse Aug 10, 2008
Despite the information available on birth records, cases of statutory rape are not investigated or prosecuted unless they are reported as such. From 2004 to 2006 in Georgia, there were 507 legal abortions for girls ages 10 to 14 years old, according to DHR. The agency does not track whether those abortions are related to sexual abuse. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Man pleads guilty to rape charge Aug 6, 2008
Corey Masson, 22, 561 Turnpike Road, Cayuga, was arrested on Jan. 30 for third-degree criminal sex act in Auburn nearly six months after he was arrested for statutory rape in Aurelius on July 1. Both crimes are felonies. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Seabrook man charged with statutory rape Aug 6, 2008
SEABROOK Police arrested a 21-year-old Seabrook man and charged him with the statutory rape of two teenage girls over the weekend. Shawn Eaton, 21, of Seabrook, was arrested Tuesday on two counts of aggravated felonious sexual assault and is being held at Rockingham County Jail on $500,000 cash bail. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
She was ripe for the plucking Aug 3, 2008
Indeed, some of the men convicted for date rape or statutory rape told the researchers that sex was consensual and it was the girls parents who reported them because they disliked the mens low-income jobs ... A music composer convicted of statutory rape against his teenaged stepdaughter passionately declared, I am a lover, not a killer ... The age for statutory rape should also be raised from 16 to 18. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
West Point woman avoids max 10-year sentence Aug 2, 2008
Pedro Wells, 18, of 4214 21st St. in Meridian, pleaded guilty to one count of statutory rape and one count of attempted statutory rape for sex-related charges brought against him when he was 17 years old. The charges involved a 14-year-old victim. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Child Protectoin Project Aug 2, 2008
The Yearning for Zion Raid lawsuits ended when the Texas Supreme Court overturned the decision of the earlier court, who had charged sect members with statutory rape and child abuse. Flora Jessop, who grew up in the FLDS sect, that all marriages in this sect are arranged by the elders. (Suite101.com)
Grand jury indictments for July 2008 Aug 1, 2008
Jamie Lynn Williamson, a.k.a. Shorty, of Home Place Mobile Home Park, Rossville, two counts of rape, three counts of aggravated sodomy, one count of aggravated sexual battery, three counts of aggravated child molestation, two counts of statutory rape, five counts of child molestation. Noah Cain Harmon, of Claire Street, Rossville, two counts of aggravated child molestation, two counts of child molestation, one count of statutory rape ... one count of aggravated child molestation, one count of... (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Child Protection Act just a start Jul 31, 2008
For starters, it creates three new categories of child abuse crimes, including aggravated forcible rape of a child, aggravated statutory rape, and assault and battery of a child under 14, while mandating minimum sentences for these crimes. Under the new law, an aggravated forcible rape conviction carries a minimum 15-year sentence for a first offense and 20 years for any subsequent offense. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Paramedic gets $250,000, apology from Rawlins Jul 26, 2008
That's no longer felony statutory rape. Good advice, Mayor. (Casper Star-Tribune)
Man Sentenced In Texaco Armed Robbery Jul 24, 2008
Mikeal Ray Hollis, statutory rape, entered guilty plea; sentenced to seven years in prison and fined 1,500 plus court costs; five years are suspended leaving two years to serve and required registration as a sex offender; evaluation required for treatment and counseling as a sex offender. (VC). (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Wife may leave cycling coach over rape claim Jul 23, 2008
He has been charged with rape, statutory rape, burglary, trespass, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault and indecent exposure ... The statutory rape charge alone carries a minimum jail term of 10 years, Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Woodland firefighter suspended following rape charge Jul 20, 2008
mole wrote on Jul 19, 2008 8:05 PM:" he is 33 she 15 that is statutory rape even if she said ok.That guy should be in big trouble,he is the problem,he can't controll his zipper.And yes he is innocent untill proven quilty,but he is in jail not able to show up for work,by his OWN ACTIONS, and should not be classed as on paid leave!!! ". me again wrote on Jul 19, 2008 9:36 PM:" OK people. Why are you taking just one side of what you read or hear? I know this family all of them. And it is hard to... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Jackson man gets life sentence in girl's rape Jul 19, 2008
A Hinds County jury found Gregory Redmond, who was 27 at the time of the crime, guilty of statutory rape late Wednesday. According to the Hinds County District Attorneys Office, Redmond was close to the girls family. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Shots fired at 14-year-old in Greenville Jul 19, 2008
Bobby Gene Elks, 40, was indicted by a Beaufort County grand jury on seven counts felony statutory rape and five counts of felony indecent liberties with a child, according to a news release from the Washington, N.C., Police Department. The arrests stem from an investigation that began in late 2007 regarding allegations of conduct in 1992, the release stated. (The Daily Reflector)
Australian coach accused of US teen rape Jul 18, 2008
Mr Lee faces 20 years jail if convicted of charges including statutory rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, aggravated indecent assault, burglary and trespass. The high-profile West Australian cycling coach, who was leading the team of Australian cyclists on a month-long competition tour, had been preparing them for a junior championship meet at the Lehigh Valley velodrome this weekend. (NEWS.com.au)
Corcoran man, 27, facing sex charges after girl, 15, gives birth Jul 18, 2008
What happened to statutory rape charges. She had a baby by this man, so good old regular conception and pregnancy was a result. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Cycling coach facing rape charge: report Jul 17, 2008
Police said Lee was charged with burglary, trespass, rape, statutory rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault and indecent exposure. Lehigh Township District Judge William Zaun had arraigned him and sent him to Northampton County Prison, putting his bail at $US125,000 ($A128,380). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Australian cycling coach faces rape charges in US Jul 17, 2008
Lee has been charged with rape, statutory rape, burglary, trespass, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault and indecent exposure. He allegedly met the girl over the internet. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Polanski asks prosecutor to review film's claims Jul 17, 2008
Roman Polanski, center, in 1977, leaving the courtroom where he appeared following charges of statutory rape ... Polanski, the director of "Rosemary's Baby" and "Chinatown," fled the United States 30 years ago on the eve of being sentenced for the statutory rape of a 13-year-old girl. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Teen interrogation safeguards sought Jul 16, 2008
"We hold people liable for statutory rape if they have sex with a 16-year-old, yet we ask them to be of mind to be able to waive their right to an attorney. I think it's actually a very good idea to require an attorney, as well as a parent, before they ask questions ... it may affect them for the rest of their lives.". The stark reality of lethal violence committed by young teenagers in Albany has attracted wide attention since the May 29 fatal shooting of 10-year-old Kathina Thomas. (Albany Times Union)
Culture of promiscuity causes sexual diseases to soar among young ... Jul 16, 2008
We need to put more people in jail for statutory rape. - Ian, Newport, 15/7/2008 18:09. (Daily Mail)
Idaho sex offender policies under review Jul 15, 2008
Commissioners saw offenders with crimes that ranged from statutory rape to lewd conduct, from young people making poor decisions to the worst kind of predatory behavior. This range is part of what makes sex offenders so difficult to categorize. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Polanski: Wanted & Desired Jul 14, 2008
In 1977, however, he was charged with statutory rape and it was this very public case that destroyed any opportunity he had to pursue a filmmaking career in Hollywood ... While director Zenovich certainly references these experiences liberally throughout the film, she doesn't emphasize them as specific, formative experiences, or suggest that it was because of these traumas that he committed statutory rape. (IGN FilmForce)
Newsweek: OK! defends Jamie Lynn coverage Jul 14, 2008
Comment: In the aftermath of the December 2007 disclosure by 16-year-old actress Jamie Lynn Spears, the sister of pop star Britney Spears, that the father of her baby is 18-year-old Casey Aldridge,[21] there is talk of the prosecution of Aldridge for statutory rape, which could be done under current Louisiana state law ... IN THE MOST STATES IN USA AND CANADA UNDERAGE SEX AND PROSTITUTION IS ILLEGAL AND IT IS CALLED STATUTORY RAPE. ... PEOPLE LESS THAN 21 ARE NOT ADULT AND THEREFORE THEY CAN NOT... (MSNBC -- News)
Man, 18, accused of raping 14-year-old girl Jul 14, 2008
TITUSVILLE An 18-year-old man who police say had sex with a 14-year-old has been arrested on charges of statutory rape and related offenses ... Peterson has been charged with statutory rape, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault and corruption of a minor, police said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Edgeworth heads back to court Jul 13, 2008
Edgeworth is charged with five felonies including one count of first-degree kidnapping, one count of an attempted second degree sex offense, one count of statutory rape, one count of indecent liberties with a child and one count of crimes against nature. He also faces an assault on a female charge, a misdemeanor. (Anson Record, NC)
What you need to know: Sexual assault in Kossuth County Jul 13, 2008
"We're seeing more statutory rape and molestation offenses, more inappropriate touching on minors by someone they know - a caretaker or the significant other of their parent." Additionally the county attorney's office is seeing a number of cases of non-forcible sexual assault that involve the victim being intoxicated or drugged and incapacitated to consent to the sexual act ... The only case where consent is not an issue is statutory rape ... In Iowa, statutory rape occurs when a sexual act... (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Sittner goes to prison for molesting child Jul 8, 2008
On June 16, at the recommendation of a jury, Circuit Court Judge Kenneth W. Pratte sentenced Johnny Sittner, 51, to two life terms for statutory rape and statutory sodomy, and eight years and a fine of 10,000 for two counts of incest. Washington County Prosecuting Attorney John Rupp said he was very pleased with the outcome of the case. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Authorities say Clint Eddy is wanted on a sexual assault charge. Jul 6, 2008
According to investigators, 39-year-old Clint Eddy has been charged with three counts of forcible rape, three counts of forcible sodomy, three counts of first-degree statutory rape and three counts of first-degree statutory sodomy in Morgan County. Eddy is currently on parole for a first-degree robbery charge and is wanted for parole violations, investigators said. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
A Titillating Title Jul 5, 2008
" With its sequence of chatty anecdotes, factoid-heavy doggerel, miniature heart-wrenchers, and the occasional poem, "Dirty Words" isn't much of an encyclopedia. Though academic, this is no small point for a book dedicated to the power of words. The title itself is as coded as any of the acts described therein. "Dirty" means "hot," not dirty. There is menage a trois, yes, but no gang bang. Dirty Sanchez but no roast duck. (Google it, if you must.) There is Lolita but no statutory rape. Of... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
