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This is more subtle than you make it seem. Consensual sex between a minor and an adult is okay, abuse is not, and all European nations you’re talking about have
by 9dev 3y ago
This is more subtle than you make it seem. Consensual sex between a minor and an adult is okay, abuse is not, and all European nations you’re talking about have a lot of legislation around that fact.
For example, a 16 year old girl might have sex with her boyfriend of 19 without having to fear legal repercussions, but a teacher or supervisor will face charges for any kind of sexual or emotional overtures towards their underage students or staff.
Generally, I would call this a lot more pragmatic than assuming everyone is just grown up at some magic date.
- anthk 3y agoThis. My English lexicon in 'legalese' isn't good enough to explain that in proper terms.