State v. Hirschfelder

¶1 This case requires us to interpret the statutory language prohibiting sexual relations between a student and a school employee, former RCW 9A.44-.093(l)(b) (2005). At issue is whether, under the statute, the term “minor” includes students between the ages of 18 and 21, or just those under 18. Also at issue is whether the statute is unconstitutionally vague or violates the defendant’s right to equal protection. We reverse the Court of Appeals and hold that the statute at issue criminalizes sexual misconduct between school employees and full time registered students 16 or older. We further…