Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Am I in trouble if...

I ran away from home and at the same time so did my boyfriend, who was 18 and I 16. I think my mother had a restraining order on him but I dont know. We are now in another country, expecting a child and I am about to become of age. My question is exactly what are we going to face if and when we wish to return?


Asked on 9/04/04, 2:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Am I in trouble if...

In California he could be facing rape charges. You were under age and he had sex with you. The child you are expecting will confirm that. If you were to get married the law does not apply to ones spouse who is under age. Although the sex occurred prior to the marriage it is unlikely that they will prosecute if you are married.

Violation of the restraining order will probably be blocked by the one year statute of limitations.

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Answered on 9/06/04, 4:26 pm


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