statutory rape
noun
UK/stætʃ.ə.tᵊr.i ˈreɪp/
US/ˌstætʃ.ə.tɔːr.i ˈreɪp/
Definitions of statutory rape noun
- Uncountable(不可數名詞)law(法律)
The act of engaging in sexual activity with a person who is below the legally defined age of consent, which is considered a crime.
與未成年人發生性關係罪
He was charged with statutory rape for having sexual relations with a fifteen-year-old girl.
他因與一名十五歲女孩發生性關係而被指控法定強姦。
Statutory rape laws in many countries aim to protect young people from sexual exploitation.
許多國家的法定強姦法旨在保護年輕人免受性剝削。
The case highlights the complexities of statutory rape laws and the importance of protecting minors.
該案件突顯了法定強姦法的複雜性以及保護未成年人的重要性。