Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

Statutory Rape

I started dating my gf when she was 15 and I was 17. We both had some

''lewd chats'' over the internet, but didn't want to do anything till she was 16. Even then, we haven't ever done more than make out. Am I in danger of her parents charging me with statutory rape, them assuming I had sex with her when she was 15? I'm 2 years and 2 weeks older than her.

Secondly, if she testifies that nothing happened, will the lewd chat logs be considered better evidence against me then her own testimony? A response ASAP would be nice.


Asked on 8/05/07, 9:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Paul Ferris Law Office of Paul T. Ferris

Re: Statutory Rape

There are not enough years between your ages to constitute satutory rape. The law requires a difference of 48 months.

At this point, your biggest concern should be that in the future she testisfies that she never consented to sexual relations. If you're making lewd comments to a fifteen-year old that are not private, you are wise to expect some repercussions.

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Answered on 8/05/07, 10:08 pm
James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: Statutory Rape

I highly recommend you arrange a consultation with as much of the "lewd chats" printed out as possible so we can go over the details of what you might face.

At your service,

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Answered on 8/05/07, 10:27 pm


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