Can I get in trouble for dating a 16 year old if I am 21?

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Can I get in trouble for dating a 16 year old if I am 21?

The mother of my 16 year old boyfriend is saying that she is getting a restraining order against me so we can’t even talk to each other. Can she do this or will is drop when we go to court because he wants to be with me?

Asked on August 23, 2011 Kentucky

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

I know that he may seem mature for his age and that you and he may have feelings for each other that are strong, but do not let them take over our sense of reason here.  If you continue to pursue a relationship with him while he is still a minor and his parents press charges against you, any conviction of a sexual offense could result in your having to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life.  Think about that: you are only 21 years old.  In answering your question can they get a restraining order?  Yes.  Will the court listen to him at the hearing?  No.  Can they have you arrested for violating it?  Yes.  Please.  Think about this with your head and not your heart. 


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