Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio

underage dating

I am seventeen and my boyfriend is getting ready to turn eighteen but we aren't even a year apart. Is it illegal for him to date me?


Asked on 11/04/08, 1:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Richard Cline Office of the Ohio Public Defender

Re: underage dating

It is not illegal in Ohio for an 18 year old to date a 17 year old. However, it could be illegal for the 18 year old to engage in sexual contact or sexual conduct with the 17 year old.

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Answered on 11/04/08, 1:32 pm


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