Since there is no Rome and Juliet law in California, it is possible for two people, both under the age of 18, to be prosecuted for statutory rape if they engage in sexual intercourse. If a minor is lawfully married to an adult, then they may engage in consensual sex.

Can an 18 year old date a 16 year old in California?

In California, it is illegal for an adult (someone 18 or older) to have sex with a minor (someone younger than 18), even if the sex is consensual. Those who break the law have committed statutory rape.

Can an 18 year old kiss a 16 year old in California?

This is false. Under section 647.6 of the California Penal Code it is a crime for any person to “annoy or molest any child under 18 years of age.”

Can a 19 year old kiss a 16 year old in California?

Romantic conduct (including romantic kissing and hugging is a violation of CALIFORNIA PENAL CODE SECTION 647.6 CHILD Molestation PC 647.6 (a)(1)Every person who annoys or molests any child under 18 years of age shall be punished by a fine not exceeding five thousand dollars ($5,000), by imprisonment in a county jail

What is the lowest age a 18 year old can date?

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