My friend has been dating a minor and the police have found out.

unless one or both of them admit to the police sex took place then he ain't going to do any prison time.

UK system is different to the American system where a mere accusation is enough

what sentence do you think he will get?

unless one or both of them admit to the police sex took place then he ain't going to do any prison time.

UK system is different to the American system where a mere accusation is enough

jesus christ, answer the question and provide actual useful guidance or gtfo

It depends on what evidence the police manage to find and all the factors involved. If they can prove that he had sex with her, then it is possible that he gets put on the sex offenders list. However, that will be unlikely if both parties deny allegations and give the same statements. The nudes are the issue because she is a minor. However, it will depend on the context. If they check his messages for example and he didn't instigate, and it's just her sending nudes across messenger, then they will judge that differently to say him asking her and then keeping possession of them. He could get anywhere from detention to a couple of months/1-2 years in prison.

On another note, the parents consent is another thing altogether. I can't imagine that they'll be pleased if they found out that happened.

I did already, and you replied to it. You do know your friend is effectively a child predator right?

ok, that's your.opinon

No, it's a fact. I work for the police, I have seen more than one of these cases. He is in a position of authority and responsibility being a legal adult, an underage girl has sent him illicit photographs. I very much doubt she just randomly sent them to him, and you also say that he knew her age. Therefore, he groomed her, the jury will not view him favourably IMO. Also, his parents could be implicated as they knew this was going on and did nothing about it.

there were nudes involved

You're completely and utterly wrong.

OP implied the police knew nudes had been exchanged. This a crime under the Protection of Children Act 1978 or Criminal Justice act 1998.

All indecent possession has a maximum statutory sentence of 5 years, however all this falls to the CPS who decides if they want to press charges.

No, it's a fact. I work for the police, I have seen more than one of these cases. He is in a position of authority and responsibility being a legal adult, an underage girl has sent him illicit photographs. I very much doubt she just randomly sent them to him, and you also say that he knew her age. Therefore, he groomed her, the jury will not view him favourably IMO. Also, his parents could be implicated as they knew this was going on and did nothing about it.

No, it's a fact. I work for the police, I have seen more than one of these cases. He is in a position of authority and responsibility being a legal adult, an underage girl has sent him illicit photographs. I very much doubt she just randomly sent them to him, and you also say that he knew her age. Therefore, he groomed her, the jury will not view him favourably IMO. Also, his parents could be implicated as they knew this was going on and did nothing about it.

well what your implying that, he forced her to send the nude. which I highly doubt is the case. she sent them to him. also theres the fact that they have been dating .

It doesn't matter if it's forced or not, there was a two way exchange that resulted in her sending pictures. In most child grooming cases, the pictures or videos or meeting are not forced, It's a result of a built trust between an adult and a child resulting in sexual photos. The fact they have been dating and the parents knew makes it even worse, because that shows a lack of remorse and responsibility, which is something that will weigh in on the judgment of the case.

plus, calling him a child predator is way of proportion. he is a regular guy who just made a mistake. there a difference between people like him and actual peadofiles and u should maybe try and understand mr "officer"

yeah, but they way u state things, u should be more considerate to a person situation, if u actually are an officer. I'm looking to applying. as I just finished my criminology degree.

You do know what the definition of a peadophile is right?

Anyone who develops a primary sexual interest in a child. Legally she is a child.

I really don't think you get the gravity of your friends offence?

I'm not talking to either the victim or perpetrator. If I sound incredulous it's because Im trying to work out why you are defending your friends actions.

plus, calling him a child predator is way of proportion. he is a regular guy who just made a mistake. there a difference between people like him and actual peadofiles and u should maybe try and understand mr "officer"

I'm not talking to either the victim or perpetrator. If I sound incredulous it's because Im trying to work out why you are defending your friends actions.