Who can’t give consent?
A peson must be able to understand what is happening and make their own decisions to give consent. If someone is asleep, unconscious, drunk or on drugs they cannot consent.
In NSW, a person must be 16 years or older to consent to sexual activity.
If you need support for sexual violence or assault, call 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732). If it is an emergency, call 000.
Visit the Consent and Relationships page on the hub to learn more.