Can a 20 year old male legally date a 16 year old female without parental consent (with or without sexual relations)?
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Can a 20 year old male legally date a 16 year old female without parental consent (with or without sexual relations)?
Asked on December 2, 2014 under Criminal Law, Michigan
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
The problem here is the word "date" and if you would be considered in any way to be endangering the welfare of a minor then her parents could in fact take action even though the age of consent in Michigan is 16 years old. I would tread very lightly here because if you are accused and convicted of a sexual offense against her while she is under 18 you could have to register as a sex offender the rest of your life. Be careful.
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