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

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

In CA, 18 years is the age of consent. That means that before a child turns 18, theyre not capable to consenting to sexual conduct. That said, dating him is not a crime. The crime would occur if you had contact of a sexual nature with him.

Can a 19 year old kiss a 17 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.”

Is it legal to cuddle with a minor?

There are no laws against cuddling or holding hands. If you have sex, the 18 year old could be charged with a crime. For example, the police could charge him with contributing to your delinquency, as you are still a minor

Can an 18 year old be with a 17 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 a 18 year old date a 16 year old 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 you be 17 and date a 19 year old?

Simply dating someone under age (under 18 in most states) is not a crime. However, a sexual relationship, even if totally consensual is a crime. That is to say, its a crime for a person