AGE OF CONSENT vs. COMMUNICATION WITH A MINOR FOR IMMORAL PURPOSES The age of consent for sexual contact in Washington State is 16, unless the adult is more than 5 years older and in a position of authority (e.g. a teacher or employer). However, there is a lesser known crime in Washington called Communication with Read More…
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16 Is Not Okay
Communicating With A Minor For Immoral Purposes (CMIP) Washington state has a sex crime on the books with a very old name: Communication With A Minor For Immoral Purposes. “CMIP” is a gross misdemeanor, with a maximum possible punishment of 364 days in jail and a $5000 fine. There is no mandatory minimum sentence upon Read More…
Police Seize Cell Phone Without Warrant to Obtain Evidence
When it comes to sex crimes, often evidence of the crime can be found “on” or “in” a suspect’s cell phone. In particular, crimes involving child pornography are often found on a cell phone. Police usually get tipped to child pornography by other police agencies, such as Interpol or U.S. Homeland Security. Usually when police Read More…