Full question:
My ex-girlfriend and I had consensual sexual intercourse sometime back. Now that we broke up, she is blackmailing me that she will sue me for rape. I am 18 years old and she is 15 years old. Is it possible for her to take me to court for this?
- Category: Criminal
- Subcategory: Statutory Rape
- Date:
- State: Oregon
Answer:
In Oregon, if a person has sexual intercourse with someone under 16 years old, it is considered third-degree rape, regardless of consent. Since your ex-girlfriend is 15, any sexual activity between you could lead to legal consequences for you. This offense is classified as a Class C felony, which can result in probation, jail time, or prison if convicted. The relevant law is Or. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 163.355, which states that a person commits third-degree rape if they engage in sexual intercourse with someone under 16 years of age.
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