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Misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile - Louisiana Sexual Assault Laws
In Louisiana, the criminal charge of Misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile is classified as a Statutory Misdemeanor.
In Louisiana, the criminal charge of Misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile is classified as a Statutory Misdemeanor.
Misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile Crime & Punishment in Louisiana :
The Louisiana code § 14:80.1 defines one degrees of the crime misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile, each with associated punishments. The degree of the crime depends on the specifics of the crime committed, with higher degrees of the charge generally receiving harsher punishments.
| Severity | Misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile - Charge Description | Punishment |
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Misdemeanor STATUTORY |
Punishable by fine not more than $1000, and/or by imprisonment for not more than 6 months |
Louisiana law allows misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile to be enforced as a statutory charge. This means that this charge can be applied to cases in which the victim is younger than the Louisiana Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.
Misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile is a charge that is unique to Louisiana. Crimes that would be prosecuted as misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile in Louisiana will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.