When Sexual Intercourse with a Minor Must Be Reported as Child Abuse by Mandated Reporters: California Law
This document provides information on when sexual intercourse with a minor—a person under the age of 18—must be reported as child abuse by mandated reporters (e.g., teachers and health care providers) per California law.
Sex with a minor is reportable in 3 circumstances:
- When coerced or in any other way not voluntary
- When it involves sexual exploitation or trafficking
- Based on age difference between partner and minor in specific circumstances.