District of Columbia · D.C. Code — Title 22, Criminal Offenses and Penalties
D.C. Code Title 22 § 22-3011: Defenses to child sexual abuse and sexual abuse of a minor
What this law says, in plain English
This statute defines legal defenses to child sexual abuse charges. Mistake of age and consent are not defenses; marriage or domestic partnership between defendant and child may be a defense if proven.
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