Is it illegal for a 26-year old to date a 16-year old?
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Is it illegal for a 26-year old to date a 16-year old?
Asked on June 9, 2015 under Criminal Law, New Jersey
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
The is no age requirement regarding merely dating. However, as a general rule, the "age of consent" for sexual conduct is 16 years old. This is true for both heterosexual and homosexual encounter. This means that a 16 years old can generally consent to have sex with any adult, regardless of age.
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