Colorados dating laws forbid having sexual relations with young people. They aim to protect children from older sexual predators. However, they can penalize young people who have consensual sex with each other.

Can a 17 year old date a 30 year old in Colorado?

This means that a person 17 years of age or older may consent to have sexual intercourse with any other person, regardless of age. A 17-year old could choose to engage in sexual intercourse with: an 18-year old, a 30-year old, or.