S7:E3 Teens, Sex, Sexting, and Teenage Domestic Violence in Connecticut

In this episode, Attorney Jill Ruane shatters the myths of teenage sex crimes in Connecticut and gives examples of how your teen could end up on the wrong side of the law.

When it comes to teenage sex in Connecticut, consent is an important variable. In Connecticut, the age of consent is 16. This means that those under the age of 16 cannot consent to sexual activities, even if they believe that they want to engage in them.

However, there are some exceptions meant to protect teenagers who do not reach the age of consent. If having sex with someone under the age of 13, the other party cannot be more than two years older. If having sex with someone age 13-15, the other party cannot be more than three years older.

Issues of sexual assault, sexting, and domestic violence are taken very seriously in Connecticut. You can learn more about them in this episode.

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