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Statutory Rape

By Sheri & Bob Stritof, About.com

Definition: Statutory rape is generally defined as when an adult has sex with a minor.

Although the age of consent varies from state to state, consent is not a factor if one partner is under the age of consent, or if the "three year rule" applies.

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