February 11, 2025 / Sex Crimes

Major Signs That a Person May Be a Sexual Predator

There were 1,414 registered sex offenders living in Tucson as of January 24, 2025. While that number is small compared to the total population of the area, it is still unsettling to realize that one of your neighbors could be on the sex offender list. Even worse is realizing there are sexual predators all over […]

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January 3, 2025 / Sex Crimes

Can a 17-Year-Old Girl Date an 18-Year-Old Boy? And If They Have Sexual Relations at That Age, Is It Illegal in Arizona?

Although 17 and 18 are close in age, Arizona law makes an important legal distinction between them. At 18, an individual is considered an adult and is legally capable of providing consent, whereas a 17-year-old is not. Here are the key legal implications of this difference. What Is Arizona’s Age of Consent? The age of […]

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December 6, 2024 / Sex Crimes

What is the Age of Consent in Arizona?

In Arizona, the age of consent determines when an individual is legally capable of consenting to sexual activities. For potential defendants, understanding this law is essential. Engaging in a relationship without being fully aware of these regulations can lead to severe legal consequences. Navigating the complexities of consent laws is essential for anyone involved in […]

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October 10, 2024 / Sex Crimes

Does Arizona Have Romeo and Juliet Laws?

In the state of Arizona, statutory rape refers to engaging in sexual intercourse or oral sexual contact with a person who is under the age of consent, which is 18. Under Arizona law, this is deemed illegal as those under the age of 18 are not legally capable of giving consent to sexual activities.   Understanding […]

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