statutory rape

noun

UK/stætʃ.ə.tᵊr.i ˈreɪp/
US/ˌstætʃ.ə.tɔːr.i ˈreɪp/

Definitions of statutory rape noun

  1. 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。