Carnal Knowledge Charges Explained

Summary

Carnal knowledge of a juvenile in Louisiana is a felony involving sexual conduct between an adult and a minor aged 13-16. If the adult is at least two years older, it is considered a crime. Ignorance of the minors age is not a valid defense. Authorities may learn about the minors age through documents or investigations. Consult a legal professional for personalized advice.

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Ok I got a question about carnal knowledge of a juvenile
Hello ****, to provide the most accurate information, could you tell me in which country or state this issue is taking place? Laws on this matter vary greatly depending on location.
Louisiana
Hello ****, in Louisiana:
- Carnal knowledge of a juvenile is a felony.
- It applies to sexual conduct between an adult and a juvenile aged *-*.
- If the adult is two years older than the minor, it's considered a crime.
Please consult with a legal professional for personal advice.
Okay I was just asking
That's perfectly fine, ****. It's important to ask questions when you're unsure about legal matters. Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions about legal issues, we're here to help.
How can you get charge with that ? My friend got charge with it ? He got arrested cause he was with her getting tested
In Louisiana, an individual can be charged with Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile if:
- They are aged * or above.
- They engage in consensual sex with a person between * and *, and are at least two years older.
- Lack of awareness of the minor's age is not considered a valid defense.
But how did the people know about their age ? They just went to go get tested
The authorities might have learned about the minor's age through documents provided at the testing center or through an investigation. Remember, in Louisiana, ignorance of the minor's age is not a valid defense in cases of Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile.