Legal Question in Family Law in Iowa
If my daughter is 16 and dating a 26 year old, is that illegal? I know the age of consent is 16 but I was wondering what my rights are as a parent.
Asked on 5/07/14, 7:57 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Luedeman
solo practitioner
Dating is not illegal. Sexual conduct may be under Iowa Code sections 709.12 and 709.14. As a person under 18 is a defined child that could cause issues. As a parent of a minor child you have the right to insist that the child conform its conduct to your expectations.
http://coolice.legis.iowa.gov/cool-ice/default.asp?category=billinfo&service=iowacode&ga=83&input=709
Answered on 5/08/14, 5:57 am