20 y.o. e-dating 14 y.o. in California
Hi, I have a question - let's say there was a 20 y.o. having online relationship with 14 y.o. girl, including soliciting nudes from her and making her take part in sexually charged conversations and Skype calls. What are the possible consequences of this? What is the statute of limitations for these crimes in California?
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