Thread: To Catch a Predator: Creating Crime
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Old 12-03-2006, 01:02 PM
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Default Re: To Catch a Predator: Creating Crime
16 is the age of consent here in the UK.

14 is the age of consent in Holland.

Japan is 12 ive heard.

Holland definately has a lower teen pregnancy rate than the UK, and im pretty sure Japans rate will be lower still. Whilst this isnt a definitive proof that as a simple cut off point they are mature enough to enter into an adult sexual relationship, it does contradict your 'all 16 year olds are immature' argument.
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