Can a 17 year old male engage in sexual activity legally with a 22 year old male?
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Can a 17 year old male engage in sexual activity legally with a 22 year old male?
Asked on September 3, 2013 under Criminal Law, South Carolina
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the eyes of the law in all states in this country the sexual relations between one who is a minor and one who is an adult is illegal due to the age of consent issues. The answer to your question is "no" regardless of sexual orientation.
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