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New Jersey Statutory Rape Lawyer

Statutory rape is a legal term referring to sexual conduct between an adult and an individual younger than the legal age of consent. Conceptually, statutory rape laws are meant to protect minors who lack proper judgment from being mistreated by older individuals. Therefore, even if the minor engaged in the sexual conduct consensually, the older individual can still be charged with statutory rape.

If you or someone you know has been charged with statutory rape, you face a range of serious penalties and consequences. An experienced legal professional can help ensure that your case is handled fairly and appropriately. Contact the dedicated New Jersey statutory rape attorneys at the Law Office of Jason A. Volet, LLC, today at 732-503-8968 to discuss your situation and learn more about what you can do to defend yourself against this damaging accusation.

Types of Statutory Rape

In the state of New Jersey, the legal age of consent is 16. However, depending on the age of the adult involved, the sex crime charges and criminal penalties may differ. The following forms of statutory rape provide a guideline for New Jersey’s different laws regarding this issue:

  • Criminal sexual contact – sexual contact between a minor 13 to 16 years of age with an individual who is at least four years older
  • Sexual assault – sexual contact between someone younger than 13 years of age and an individual at least four years older, or sexual penetration of a minor between 13 and 16 years of age by an individual who is at least four years older
  • Aggravated sexual assault – sexual penetration of someone younger than 13, regardless of the other individual’s age

These are only some of the many different types of crimes that can be considered statutory rape. However, they can all result in harsh legal consequences.

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If you or someone you know has been accused of statutory rape, your name and reputation are at stake. Contact the experienced New Jersey statutory rape lawyers at the Law Office of Jason A. Volet, LLC, at 732-503-8968 today to begin formulating your defense.