statutory rape
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of statutory rape
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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Morales' supporters have created blockades around the country for 19 days, demanding an end to an investigation into the former president for alleged statutory rape and human trafficking, which he denies.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2024
Though it fell during that period, Payne says Rose McGowan’s allegation of statutory rape, which he has denied in detail, did not affect his career.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2023
The released videos inaccurately portrayed the clinics as complicit in covering up statutory rape.
From Salon ● Feb. 25, 2022
Sen. Vickie Sawyer, an Iredell County Republican and bill sponsor, said the new limits would bring marriage parameters in line with statutory rape laws and discourage child sex trafficking and abuse.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 28, 2021
The prosecutors also object to other provisions including recommended changes in statutory rape laws — calling those “unnecessary and dangerous” — and raising the juvenile crime threshold from 18 to 19.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 24, 2017
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