Can an 18 year old kiss a 16 year old?
2 attorney answers Even hugging or kissing could be serious trouble for her 18 year old boyfriend as the law prohibits that type if contact with a 16 year old.
Can a 18 year old kiss a 17 year old?
You may not have sexual intercourse (legally defined to include oral & anal) with anyone under the age of 18 years old. You may kiss a 17 year old, so long as it is consensual.
What age is kissing OK?
Around ages 12-15, people often start having their first kiss. Don’t feel pressured by other people your age kissing people, and don’t rush into kissing someone if you are apprehensive.
Is it illegal to kiss someone under 18 in Illinois?
By Illinois statute, it is illegal to have sex with someone under the age of 18 if you are more than 5 years older than the minor. Kissing is not sexual activity…..but….
Is it legal for an 18 year old to date a 15?
It is legal, though not recommended, for an eighteen year old to date a 15 year old. With that said, it is 100\% illegal for you to have any sexual contact other than kissing (and even then some prosecutors will try to prosecute you). My advice is to date someone your own age.
Is it okay to kiss a 17 year old girl?
Nick Passe. If there’s a significant age difference (i.e. more than a couple years at that age), you should probably ask mature friends and family who you trust and/or a counselor about why you are hanging out with/interested in someone that age and take their advice. Legally there is nothing wrong about consensual kissing with a 17-year old.
Is it a crime to kiss a minor in California?
Under the California Penal Code section 647.6, it is a crime for any person to?annoy or molest any child under 18 years of age. Kissing with the intent to arouse sexual feelings falls under this section.