Entry #1438: Equal age of consent in Scotland

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RegionScotland
IssueEqual age of consent
StatusEqual
Start DateNov 30, 2000
End Date(none)
DescriptionThe age of consent is 16 (or 18 for those in a position of authority) for all couples.
Sourceshttp://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2000/44


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Original entry
StatusEqual
Start DateNov 30, 2000
End Date(none)
DescriptionThe age of consent is 16 (or 18 for those in a position of authority) for all couples.
Sourceshttp://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2000/44