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What Is the Age of Consent in Kansas? | Sex Crimes Lawyers, Wichita
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WICHITA, Kan., March 28, 2024
WICHITA, Kan., March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In recent years, consent has
become a highly debated topic of conversation. And, with consent laws varying
from state to state, it's no surprise why. Our team of sex crimes lawyers in
Wichita at the McConnell Law Firm
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have years of experience defending clients falsely accused of sex crimes and
are breaking down what you need to know about consent laws in the state. Keep
reading to learn more about Kansas's unique consent laws and the penalties for
violating them.
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What Is Consent?
Legally speaking, consent refers to the voluntary agreement to engage in a
particular activity, oftentimes of a sexual nature. Because consent is
considered an ongoing process, it can be revoked at any moment during an
interaction, requiring clear communication and mutual understanding between
all parties involved. The most important thing to understand about consent is
that it must be given freely, without coercion, intimidation, or
incapacitation, and individuals must be of legal age to be able to provide
consent.
What Is the Age of Consent in Kansas?
So, what's the legal age of consent, you may be asking? While we've already
established that the age of consent varies from state to state, the legal age
of consent in Kansas is on the lower end of the spectrum at 16 years old. This
means that individuals aged 16 or older are legally able to consent to sexual
relations with others of similar age or older, provided that the interaction
is consensual and non-coercive in nature. Age of consent laws apply regardless
of gender or sexual orientation, and it's important to remember that consent
cannot be given by individuals who are mentally incapacitated or under the
influence of drugs or alcohol, even if they are 16 years or older.
Expert Tip: Ignorance of a minor's age is not a valid defense. You are
responsible for verifying the age of your partner and ensuring you have legal
consent before engaging in sexual activity. Failure to do so does not absolve
you of legal liability.
Penalties for Violating Age of Consent Laws
Violating age of consent laws can result in severe legal consequences.
Engaging in sexual activity with a minor under the age of 16, even if the
minor appears to be willing, is considered aggravated indecent liberties and
is punishable by law since any individual under the age of 16 is legally not
able to provide consent. The severity of the penalties will remain dependent
upon various factors, such as the age difference and the nature of the
relationship.
In Kansas, engaging in sexual activity with a minor under the age of 16 is
classified as a felony offense, with penalties including imprisonment, fines,
post-release supervision, and mandatory registration as a sex offender. The
severity of the punishment may increase with the presence of aggravating
factors such as coercion, force, or exploitation.
A Real-World Example: If a 17-year-old engages in sexual activity with a
15-year-old, it will still be considered a crime, as the 15-year-old cannot
legally provide consent; however, in some instances, a prosecutor may use
discretion and charge it as a less severe crime due to the short distance in
age.
"Generally speaking, violating age of consent laws and engaging in sexual
behaviors with a minor under the age of 16 may result in a lifetime
registration," said Erica Ramstad Whitsell, sex crimes lawyer at the McConnell
Law Firm. "Not only will some offenders be required to be on post-release
supervision for the rest of their lives, but should they commit another
felony, they could be sent back to prison. No matter the accusation, it's
important to consult with an experienced sex crimes attorney when facing such
allegations, as they have the knowledge and expertise necessary to help
navigate the registration process and rebuild your future."
Have You Been Accused?
If you have been accused of violating age of consent laws, we encourage you to
contact the McConnell Law Firm as soon as possible. While every case is
different, and no conclusions should be drawn without first consulting one of
our sex crimes lawyers in Wichita about the specifics of your case, it is
always in your best interest to have a skilled attorney by your side from the
beginning.
Request a Free Consultation
Do you or a loved one need the assistance of one of our sex crimes lawyers in
Wichita? We encourage you to contact the McConnell Law Firm at (316) 243-5903
for a free consultation.
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