My friend got an underage girl pregnant

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my 20 year old friend who is in the military in New York state, got a 16 year old civilian pregnant, everything was consensual and they were both sober and not on drugs, she was fully capable of saying no if she would have chosen to but did not she completely agreed to it , the above mentioned U.S. Army solider does not have a criminal record. Were basically just wondering what different charges could be brought on him, including if they choose not to press charges and the state does, any information would be helpful

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Benjamin Lieberman ·
The age of consent in NY is 17. It doesn't matter whether or not she says NO or not. She can't say yes. Your friend could be charged by the state with a crime (sexual misconduct for starters) and is also facing disciplinary matters and /or criminal charges from the military. If law enforcement comes looking for him, I suggest that he not make any statements to anyone other than an attorney. Only an attorney can best advise and guide him.Iif he is going to be investigated or charged! he may also want to reach out to JAG for assistance.
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Joseph A Lo PiccoloCriminal Defense AttorneyGarden City, NY ·
They can bring charges b/c even "yes" is a legal NO when she is under 17 in NY state. Joseph A. Lo Piccolo, Esq. President, Criminal Courts Bar Association 11'-12' Hession Bekoff & Lo Piccolo 1103 Stewart Ave, Suite 200 Garden City, NY 11530 516-408-3666 (o) / 516-408-3833 (f) [email protected]
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Mark M CheserDUI / DWI AttorneyUnion, NJNJ licensed ·
I agree with my colleague. I would suggest he find an experienced criminal trial attorney versed in NY law and JAG. Do not speak to authorities without an attorney
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