![]() Sexual activity with a child under 16 is also a criminal offence. Capacity includes not being intoxicated by alcohol, under the influence of drugs or medication, unconscious or asleep. An individual should understand information given to them about a particular decision, retain that information long enough to be able to make the decision, weigh up the information available to make the decision and communicate their decision. The individual should have the ability to make their own rational and informed decisions. Individuals must have the capacity to consent. Rape is never the victim’s fault and anyone who has been a victim of an offence is encouraged to seek help and support. Rape and sexual offences are very serious crimes and those who commit them could face a life sentence. Children and young people should understand that ‘seeing someone’ should not lead to a presumption of consent to sex, nor imply an obligation to engage in sexual activity. ![]()
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