Legal Question in Discrimination Law in Texas
a 17 year old girl had a baby by a 14 year old boy can she be charge for having sex with a minor.
And can she file child support on him.
Asked on 2/24/10, 8:48 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Dunn
Mark D. Dunn
As I read 22.011 of the Texas Penal Code, the 17-year-old girl has technically committed a crime. She probably won't be prosecuted for it.
And yes, she can sue the 14-year-old father for child support. Personally, I'd wait a few years.
Answered on 3/03/10, 2:08 pm
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