The crime of sexual intercourse with a minor

Offenses against sexual immunity have been punished in societies since the dawn of civilization. While the illegal practice of sexual behavior is considered more normal in some societies, it has received extraordinary reactions in some societies. Although the reasons for punishment have changed over time and according to the structure of society, there has always been sensitivity to sexual behavior. Sex with a minor has long been a crime in the Turkish criminal law system. The perspective of Turkish society on crimes against sexual immunity has not changed much since the first Turkish states. This kind of behavior was punished with severe sanctions. Particularly in crimes where the victim is a woman, a more sensitive approach has been taken by considering the superior position of women in society. In today's Turkish legal system, the crime of sexual intercourse with a minor is regulated in the Turkish Penal Code No. 5237. While discussing this regulation, firstly the concept of child, then the concept of sexuality and finally the theoretical and practical aspects of the legal regulation are examined. Key Words: Minor, exploitation, consent, sexual behavior, child.