Consent Laws

Consent laws refer to legal guidelines that determine when individuals can agree to participate in certain activities, such as sexual relations. These laws specify the age at which a person can legally give consent, which varies by jurisdiction. Additionally, they address the need for consent to be informed, voluntary, and enthusiastic—meaning that individuals must clearly agree without coercion or manipulation. If consent is not given, or if one party is unable to provide consent due to factors like intoxication or mental incapacity, the law may classify any resulting actions as violations, including sexual assault.