Legal Question in Juvenile Dependency in Michigan
Minors dating adults
Is it legal in the state of MI for a 16 year old girl to willingly date a 22year old guy?
Asked on 4/29/01, 3:10 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Regina Mullen
Legal Data Services, PLC
Re: Minors dating adults
Depends upon whether they're having sex or imbibing illegal substances (for the minor or both).
At the least, the 22-year old could be found to contribute to the delinquency of a minor, if sex and/or alcohol/drugs are involved.
If it's a Mayberry RFD pure relationship, then other than supporting parental suasion, there's nothing the law is going to do about it.
Of course, the parents could be in major trouble if they approve of the relationship and illegal behavior is going on...
HTH
Answered on 6/19/01, 7:26 pm