I mean I’m not saying there’s no scenario where the adult should be charged but it’s bullshit for one 17 year old who looks 19 to put a child sex crime on the adult’s criminal record for life. At the very least, everyone should be allowed one warning before serious offense because there’s a difference between a 40 year old sleeping with 16 year olds routinely than an 18 year old having sex with his 17 year old girlfriend. The punishment is incredibly harsh and pretty misdirected. If you lie about your age and have sex, the other person shouldn’t be responsible for taking your word and their life shouldn’t be ruined.