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Why is it that a 14 year old cannot consent to sex but can be tried and sentenced for a crime as an adult?

Asked by tinyfaery (44107points) September 15th, 2008

What is the magic cut-off line that determines personal responsibility, culpability and the ability to make “adult” decisions? Why does our country believe a 14 year old is culpable for a decision to kill but not to love?

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