Man sentenced for sexual assault of 14-year-old girl

A man who had unlawful carnal knowledge charges against him dropped after the "Mr C" case constitutional debacle has been given a five year sentence for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in a "parody of love".

The 26-year-old Dubliner, referred to as "Mr F" to protect his victim’s identity, was initially charged with unlawful carnal knowledge but those charges were struck out after the "Mr C" case highlighted the unconstitutionality of legislation.