Dear PAO,

My cousin is being accused of sexual abuse because he impregnated his 13-year- old girlfriend. The parents of the girl are claiming she is a minor, thus, she cannot give a valid consent to a sexual conduct until she becomes 18 years old. Please enlighten us on the matter.

Aubrey

Dear Aubrey,

Sexual abuse is an offense punishable Under Section 5 (b), Article III of Republic Act (RA) 7610, otherwise known as "Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act." The said provision of law states that:

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