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Warning - Things Get Real On Here!

For people that think SW is all pretend, this is a warning. Have been talking to a friend for a long time, met him in person, etc. He got involved with a minor that was in the over 18 age category but really 17. Pics, visits, etc. Poor choices have now landed him in jail for most likely many years. He lost everything! Think long and hard before the SW game turns bad!!
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That's why I report them when I identify they are lying about their age.

I block minors for very good reasons.
NewRaven · 51-55, F
@HootyTheNightOwl same here.
Handfull1 · 61-69, F
@NewRaven hate to say it but male hormones don’t always match up with logic.
NewRaven · 51-55, F
@Handfull1 fair point.
@Handfull1 That's great - close all prisons and abolish the justice system, too... because criminals can't help their compulsion to commit crimes.
NewRaven · 51-55, F
@HootyTheNightOwl I don’t think her comment was meant to justify or condone his actions.
Handfull1 · 61-69, F
@HootyTheNightOwl that’s not what I meant at all. Wasn’t condoning it.
@Handfull1 I don't like the term "hormones" being used in reference to men because it makes him sound like some beast like creature who can't help his desires.

We need to make sure that this doesn't become an excuse to justify crimes. Especially when we all have responsibility to not abuse or hurt others - more so when we are potentially dealing with children.
Handfull1 · 61-69, F
@HootyTheNightOwl again I’m not justifying anything. Cause and effect is not the same.
Badjujubee · 46-50, F
@HootyTheNightOwl I think you can find that the number of women who have been sentenced for sexual assault crimes in the form of teacher misconduct with a student has increased dramatically in recent years and I don’t believe that @Handfull1 was actually trying to justify anything with her comment. I think it’s been misinterpreted. But once again to everyone who is in this thread it’s not just about male sexual assault. The original story above was written about a male user who is now in the penitentiary but I believe that the warning was issued to all adults who are on this platform and who interact with anyone because they might be interacting with a minor lying about their age identity etc. So just be careful and be aware. Things may not be as they appear or easy to spot as a minor who is obviously lying and the penalties will be severe for anyone convicted of committing a crime. That’s my take away at least and I’m grateful for the post because it’s something that should be taken into serious consideration when you are on SW or any other part of the web for that matter.