andrewducker | (Reply)

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As far as I can tell, the situation remains effectively the same as before.

IANAL, happy to be corrected on the info below.

If your activities leaves marks that are 'transient and trifling", you are reasonably legally safe. If it is more than that, both parties are potentially at risk of prosecution, if the police/CPS decide to pursue it. Assault, GBH etc are crimes against the state so they can prosecute even if the 'victim' confirms that it was consensual (in which case the 'victim' could be charged as an accessory).

To protect yourself, it's really important to educate yourself on all the health risks, basic first aid AND to really understand the way that eg subspace, restraints or gags can make it harder for people to communicate if there is a problem. Also, to only do stuff with people that you trust or in venues that are responsible.

However, if something goes wrong that requires medical help, seeking help is always the priority.