Legal Question in Family Law in North Carolina
In the state of North Carolina, if I'm 16 years old would i legally be able to date (hug, kiss, hold hands, ect.) a person that is 22? If not what is the legal amount of years that a minor could date over 18?
Asked on 6/08/10, 9:48 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
I am not sure what you are asking. At age 18, you are an adult and can do whatever you want. I assume you are referring to the rape and statutory rape statutes. For statutory rape, you have to be between 13 and 15 and he has to be 6 years older. If he is more than 4 years older but less than 6, its a lower grade felony. Its not statutory rape if you are over 16 and consent. Kissing and hugging is not the problem - its intercourse. And if you have to ask then you ought not be doing it until you are ready.
Answered on 6/08/10, 3:34 pm
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