Sexual Offences Against Children Flashcards
(11 cards)
What sections are mirrored in S. 1- S4?
S. 1- S4 are mirrored in S. 5-8.
What is the legal status of a child under 13 regarding consent?
A child under 13 cannot consent, which is considered rape (V. AORM).
What must be proven regarding the suspect’s age?
It must be proven that the suspect is aware of their age.
What does S. 5.8 address?
S. 5.8 addresses causing or inciting sexual activity, with no requirement for it to actually take place.
What does S. 10 entail?
S. 10 involves causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, with the victim being under 16 or 13.
What is the implication of S. 9?
S. 9 pertains to sexual activity with a child, where the suspect is 18 or over and touches another sexually with the intention.
What does S. 11 state about sexual activity in the presence of a child?
S. 11 states that an offender 18 or above engages in sexual acts for gratification knowing or believing the victim is aware.
What is required for S. 12 regarding causing a child to watch a sex act?
S. 12 requires intentionality in causing a child to watch a third party engage in a sex act or to look at an image of an act.
What does S. 14 cover?
S. 14 covers arranging or facilitating the commission of child sex offences by children/young persons.
What does S. 15 address?
S. 15 addresses meeting a child following sexual grooming.
What is the significance of S. 15A?
S. 15A relates to sexual communication with a minor, where the suspect is 18 or over and gets sexual gratification from communication.
