Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania
Can a 22 year old legally have sex with a 17 year old in Pennsylvania?
Asked on 10/09/14, 10:41 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles A. Pascal, Jr.
Law Office of Charles A. Pascal, Jr.
The age of consent in Pennsylvania is 16. So technically there is no crime having consensual sex with a 17 year old. However, it is possible to be charged with corruption of minors under certain circumstances if the person is under 18.
Answered on 10/11/14, 6:25 am
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