Why can teens legally consent to sex but not sexting?
The laws that determine the age of consent are from each state, but the laws about sending sexual pictures and videos of minors are more uniform because this can happen more easily across state lines. There are risks for sending sexual pictures and videos to anyone under the age of 18.
What happens if consent laws are different in different states?
The law applies to the state the sexual activity happens in, regardless of the state the individuals involved are residents of.
Can someone consent if they are drunk or high at a party?
In Connecticut, if someone is drunk or high, they can legally give consent as long as they are not drunk or high to the point of incapacitation. The standard for incapacitation in Connecticut is if someone cannot understand what they’re agreeing to or possible consequences of engaging in an activity. If someone is incapacitated, even […]
How can I help get an image of my child taken down if it was shared online?
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) offers a service called Take It Down you can use to help take the image down.
What should my child do if they see someone being taken advantage of?
If they can safely intervene, they can directly address the situation and ask the person being taken advantage of if they are okay. They can also try distracting the aggressor by starting an unrelated conversation with them and having a friend get the target away in the meantime. If they do not feel safe to […]
What is sexual harassment in school or youth settings?
Sexual harassment is any unwanted attention that is sexual in nature, relates to romantic relationships, someone’s body, or their sexual or gender identity. Sexual harassment can be verbal, non-verbal, written, digital, and physical. Examples: – Sue asks John out 3 times in one week, even though he said no each time. – Drew told Paul […]
How can my child help a friend who is too drunk?
Your child can help make sure their friend has a safe way to get home and ensure they get medical attention if necessary.
Can flirting turn into sexual harassment among kids or teens?
If someone looks uncomfortable or verbally sets a boundary but someone continues “flirting” anyway, that is sexual harassment.
What should I do if my child does not remember what happened?
Having no memory of an event is a common experience after a traumatic experience. It can also be a side effect (or intended effect) of the consumption of a drug or alcohol. If your child does not remember what happened, do not push them to try to recall what happened. Blocking out a memory is […]
How can my child tell if the behavior from someone else is unwanted?
If it makes them feel uncomfortable or unsafe, or if it continued after they have expressed a boundary.