Consent

(Noun) /kənˈsɛnt/ 

: agreement to participate in something.

: In the context of sex, if you are made to do something that you don’t consent to, it is a criminal offence (sexual assault or rape).

In terms of the law, consent is only valid if it is given:

  • Voluntarily (not forced)
  • Expressly (silence is not consent)
  • Knowingly (you must be sober and aware of what you are consenting to)
  • Specific (to a particular act, like kissing, taking clothes off or sex)

* There are specific rules about consent when it comes to people under the age of 18 – see Teens.

Consent can be withdrawn at any time. If you feel uncomfortable at any time, you can withdraw consent and demand that the activity stops – even if you are both naked.

If you are married or in a relationship, you can refuse to consent to sex. If your partner continues to have sex with you, it is rape in terms of the law.

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