Rape in the Third Degree is commonly referred to as statutory rape. A person is charged with Rape in the Third Degree when:
- Sexual intercourse occurs with you and another individual and the person cannot consent for some reason other than being less than 17.
- If you are over 21 and have intercourse with someone less than 17 years old.
- Sexual intercourse occurs and there is a lack of consent other than an incapacity to consent.