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Charge under s.138 proved but dismissed under s.337(1)(a) due to youth, consensual non-exploitative relationship, and extenuating circumstances.
Criminal law — Sexual intercourse with a child (s.138 Penal Code) — statutory defence (consent, age difference, offender a child) — discretionary dismissal without conviction (s.337(1)(a) Criminal Procedure & Evidence Code) — consensual, non-exploitative adolescent relationships — pregnancy not automatically aggravating.
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28 August 2025 |