Josh Giddey will most likely end up in trouble based on recent allegations that surfaced on the internet. So far, the Oklahoma City Thunder star has had a great life ever since being drafted in 2021. He’s also emerging as a top-tier ball facilitator and guard in the Western Conference as well. But there is a major prize to pay when you entertain a relationship with a minor. Giddey has unfortunately fallen into this hole.
A few days ago, videos and images of the OKC star and a girl surfaced in the interwebs. Giddey made a couple of remarks that suggested they were having a se*ual relationship. However, to everyone’s surprise, fans discovered that the girl happened to be a 15-year-old high schooler. She was identified through TikTok, which is where she has a big following. Her name is said to be “Liv Cook”.
Josh Giddey could face up to 15 years in prison if found guilty in the state of Oklahoma
After the allegations came to light, questions about the legal age of consent in Oklahoma arose. Josh Giddey moved to Oklahoma after getting drafted by the Thunder in 2021. The legal age of consent around the world is mostly 16. And most cities in the United States follow the same law as well. This is the same law being followed in the state of Oklahoma, where Giddey resides at the moment.
There is a picture of the girl and Josh giddey posted by her with the caption “I just fucked Josh giddey” there is school records of that same girl stating that she was “sophomore princess” in 2022. There is a video of them together where Josh refers to her as “my girl” 1/2
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However, the Oklahoman laws state that a person can be charged with statutory r*pe from consensual intercourse between a 14 or 15-year-old and if the accused is above 18. In this scenario, Giddey can be sentenced to 15 years in prison, putting his entire career in jeopardy. There is a law that can protect him. It is known as the Romeo-Juliet Law, which protects the defendant if the age gap between the individuals doesn’t exceed four years. Giddey’s case cannot be exempted under this law.
Josh Giddey will not escape trouble according to Australian laws
Before becoming an NBA star, Josh Giddey formerly competed in Australia for the NBL. He was born and raised in Melbourne as well. In Australia, the most common legal age of consent is between 16 and 18. In his hometown, Giddey will not escape trouble either. It is unclear where the girl is from either, but even if she was from Australia, things wouldn’t work in Giddey’s favor.
While 16 years may be the legal age of consent, entertaining a relationship with an adult at that age is still considered morally wrong. This is because several places in Australia, the US, and around the world have an age limit higher than 16. Josh has remained silent over the allegations and recently chose not to comment on them following an OKC team practice. The NBA has decided to probe the situation while OKC remains mum as well.