Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio

What is the charge?

If a guy, working in a youth facility, began dating a girl (17 years old) at the same facility, what charges could be brought and what are the general sentencing guidelines. This is a first offense type thing and they intend to remian together. What if the girl chooses not to press charges?


Asked on 12/05/05, 4:23 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Joseph Jacobs Jacobs & Lowder

Re: What is the charge?

There is nothing illegal about having sexual contact with a 17 year old. 16 is the age of consent.

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Answered on 12/05/05, 10:12 pm


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